Sat Dec 11, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
116
away
Chemistry
Steady
Houston RocketsRockets
106
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 34 | 23 | 30 | 29 | 116 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 25 | 30 | 26 | 25 | 106 |
After Action Report
In Houston, the Mavericks outlasted the Rockets 116-106. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Mavericks ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; Mavericks' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Mavericks bench chemistry carried them. The Mavericks rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- 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.