Wed Nov 24, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
118
away
Chemistry
Hot
San Antonio SpursSpurs
117
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 34 | 33 | 21 | 30 | 118 |
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 29 | 26 | 28 | 34 | 117 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks snuck past the Spurs 118-117. Mavericks' scorers couldn't be contained. The Mavericks owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Mavericks carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one. The Mavericks bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Mavericks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Spurs · 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.
- Mavericks · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.