Wed Jan 5, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
121
away
Chemistry
Tense
Dallas MavericksMavs
118
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 35 | 29 | 35 | 22 | 121 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 26 | 25 | 31 | 36 | 118 |
After Action Report
The Lakers survived the Mavericks 121-118. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Lakers cashed in. Mavericks' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Mavericks came in with something to prove after a loss.
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.
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.