Wed Mar 30, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
89
away
Chemistry
Tense
Boston CelticsCeltics
99
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 23 | 27 | 25 | 14 | 89 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 21 | 28 | 23 | 27 | 99 |
After Action Report
The Celtics outlasted the Mavericks 99-89. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Celtics came in with something to prove after a loss; the Celtics bent the defense out of shape from deep.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Celtics · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Mavericks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.