Sun Apr 17, 2005 · 12:30 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
111
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles LakersLakers
114
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 29 | 18 | 32 | 32 | 111 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 29 | 33 | 20 | 32 | 114 |
After Action Report
In Los Angeles, the Lakers squeaked past the Mavericks 114-111. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Lakers cashed in. The Lakers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Mavericks' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Mavericks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Mavericks · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.