Mon Apr 11, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies
96
away
Chemistry
Tense
Dallas MavericksMavs
113
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies | 27 | 18 | 26 | 25 | 96 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 21 | 26 | 31 | 35 | 113 |
After Action Report
In Dallas, the Mavericks shocked the Grizzlies 113-96. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Mavericks came in with something to prove after a loss; the Grizzlies owned the glass, generating extra possessions. The Mavericks locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Mavericks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Add it to the list of nights the favorite forgot to show up.
What tipped it
- 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.
- Grizzlies · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Grizzlies · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.