Sat Dec 18, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Atlanta HawksHawks
122
away
Chemistry
Cold
Dallas MavericksMavs
127
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 34 | 33 | 31 | 24 | 122 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 35 | 32 | 29 | 31 | 127 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks survived the Hawks 127-122. The tempo dragged the Hawks into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Mavericks owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Mavericks ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire. The Mavericks locker room is humming, and it showed.
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.