Mon Mar 7, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
93
away
Chemistry
Cold
Dallas MavericksMavs
105
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 19 | 27 | 20 | 27 | 93 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 28 | 31 | 27 | 19 | 105 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks handled the Raptors 105-93. The Mavericks won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. The Mavericks came in with something to prove after a loss; the Raptors are in a full-on tailspin. The Raptors looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. Mavericks' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Raptors · Crashing An 8+ game losing skid — heads are down, both ends suffer.
- Raptors · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.