Sat Jan 8, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Indiana PacersPacers
140
away
Chemistry
Tense
Dallas MavericksMavs
152
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana PacersPacers | 35 | 35 | 30 | 34 | 6 | 140 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 45 | 25 | 35 | 29 | 18 | 152 |
After Action Report
In Dallas, the Mavericks handled the Pacers 152-140 in overtime. Mavericks torched the Pacers on the offensive end. Shots just aren't falling for the Mavericks lately; Mavericks' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Pacers looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. Early returns: the Mavericks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Pacers · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.