Wed Jan 5, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
108
away
Chemistry
Steady
Dallas MavericksMavs
99
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 18 | 24 | 31 | 35 | 108 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 34 | 31 | 21 | 13 | 99 |
After Action Report
The Lakers edged the Mavericks 108-99. Lakers' offense had its way with the Mavericks. The Lakers came in with something to prove after a loss; Mavericks' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Mavericks · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.