Wed Mar 30, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
137
away
Chemistry
Tense
Boston CelticsCeltics
128
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 31 | 30 | 41 | 35 | 137 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 32 | 33 | 35 | 28 | 128 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks fended off the Celtics 137-128. Mavericks controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Mavericks answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Celtics' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Celtics · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Celtics · 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.