Tue Apr 19, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics
98
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Dallas MavericksMavs
84
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle SuperSonicsSonics | 18 | 23 | 34 | 23 | 98 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 14 | 22 | 23 | 25 | 84 |
After Action Report
The SuperSonics took care of the Mavericks 98-84. The Mavericks couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the SuperSonics. SuperSonics' defenders refused to give up clean looks; Mavericks' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The SuperSonics bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the SuperSonics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- SuperSonics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.