Fri Jan 14, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
107
away
Chemistry
Steady
San Antonio SpursSpurs
112
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 30 | 19 | 25 | 33 | 107 |
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 28 | 36 | 21 | 27 | 112 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Spurs survived the Mavericks 112-107. The tempo dragged the Mavericks into a rhythm they couldn't survive. You could feel the revenge motivation from the Spurs; the Spurs pushed the pace until the other side broke. Early returns: the Spurs per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Spurs · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Mavericks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.