Thu Feb 17, 2005 · 9:30 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
123
away
Chemistry
Hot
Phoenix SunsSuns
113
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 31 | 33 | 28 | 31 | 123 |
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 25 | 27 | 28 | 33 | 113 |
After Action Report
In Phoenix, the Mavericks pulled away from the Suns 123-113. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Mavericks cashed in. You could feel the revenge motivation from the Mavericks; the Suns ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire. Early returns: the Mavericks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Suns · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Suns · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Mavericks · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.