Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 3
Dallas MavericksMavs
111
away
San Antonio SpursSpurs
114
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 22 | 33 | 27 | 29 | 111 |
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 31 | 29 | 25 | 29 | 114 |
After Action Report
The Spurs snuck past the Mavericks 114-111. The breakneck pace played right into Spurs' hands. Shots just aren't falling for the Spurs lately; the Spurs pushed the pace until the other side broke.
What tipped it
- Spurs · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- 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.