Sat Dec 11, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
128
away
Chemistry
Tense
Houston RocketsRockets
116
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 32 | 33 | 33 | 30 | 128 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 29 | 30 | 30 | 27 | 116 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks downed the Rockets 128-116. Mavericks controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Mavericks ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; the Rockets owned the glass, generating extra possessions. The Mavericks bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Rockets · 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.