Thu Apr 7, 2005 · 7:00 PM
San Antonio SpursSpurs
96
away
Chemistry
Hot
Dallas MavericksMavs
109
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 24 | 24 | 23 | 25 | 96 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 28 | 29 | 24 | 28 | 109 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks pulled away from the Spurs 109-96. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Mavericks' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Mavericks answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. Early returns: the Mavericks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Mavericks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Spurs · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Spurs · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.