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Sat Jan 29, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Philadelphia 76ers76ers
112
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Chemistry Hot
Dallas MavericksMavs
119
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Chemistry Hot

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Philadelphia 76ers76ers 30 25 26 31 112
Dallas MavericksMavs 33 19 33 34 119

After Action Report

In a track meet, the Mavericks outlasted the 76ers 119-112. The tempo dragged the 76ers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Mavericks owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Mavericks came in with something to prove after a loss. The Mavericks locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Mavericks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.

What tipped it

  • Mavericks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • Mavericks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
  • 76ers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.