Thu Apr 7, 2005 · 7:00 PM
San Antonio SpursSpurs
121
away
Chemistry
Tense
Dallas MavericksMavs
122
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 27 | 26 | 33 | 20 | 15 | 121 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 28 | 30 | 24 | 24 | 16 | 122 |
After Action Report
In Dallas, the Mavericks survived the Spurs 122-121 in overtime. Mavericks controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Second-chance points piled up for the Mavericks; the Mavericks pushed the pace until the other side broke. 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.
- Spurs · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Spurs · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.