Sat Dec 11, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
111
away
Chemistry
Tense
Houston RocketsRockets
98
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 22 | 29 | 35 | 25 | 111 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 31 | 26 | 20 | 21 | 98 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks outlasted the Rockets 111-98. Every possession went the Mavericks way. Mavericks' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Mavericks ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire. The Mavericks bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Mavericks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Mavericks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Mavericks · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.