Sun Nov 21, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
106
away
Chemistry
Hot
Denver NuggetsNuggets
95
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 25 | 23 | 32 | 26 | 106 |
| Denver NuggetsNuggets | 22 | 22 | 28 | 23 | 95 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Mavericks downed the Nuggets 106-95. The Mavericks won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. The Mavericks owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Mavericks pushed the pace until the other side broke. Early returns: the Mavericks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Nuggets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Mavericks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.