Sun Apr 17, 2005 · 12:30 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
99
away
Chemistry
Cold
Los Angeles LakersLakers
123
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 20 | 27 | 21 | 31 | 99 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 28 | 34 | 22 | 39 | 123 |
After Action Report
In Los Angeles, the Lakers ran roughshod over the Mavericks 123-99. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Lakers cashed in. The Mavericks came in with something to prove after a loss. The Lakers locker room is humming, and it showed. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Mavericks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Mavericks · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.