Sun Mar 13, 2005 · 1:00 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
117
away
Chemistry
Hot
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
116
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 22 | 26 | 30 | 27 | 12 | 117 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 18 | 31 | 28 | 28 | 11 | 116 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks survived the Timberwolves 117-116 in overtime. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Mavericks cashed in. The Mavericks carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; Timberwolves' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Mavericks bench chemistry carried them. Mavericks' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.