Thu Apr 14, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
116
away
Chemistry
Hot
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
121
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 33 | 28 | 26 | 29 | 116 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 29 | 29 | 36 | 27 | 121 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Trail Blazers squeaked past the Mavericks 121-116. The tempo dragged the Mavericks into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Trail Blazers' defenders refused to give up clean looks; the Mavericks owned the glass, generating extra possessions.
What tipped it
- 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.