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Tue Nov 2, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Sacramento KingsKings
114
away
Chemistry Steady
Dallas MavericksMavs
123
home
Chemistry Hot

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Sacramento KingsKings 28 32 31 23 114
Dallas MavericksMavs 35 24 30 34 123

After Action Report

In Dallas, the Mavericks edged the Kings 123-114. The tempo dragged the Kings into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Mavericks' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Mavericks owned the glass, generating extra possessions. The Mavericks locker room is humming, and it showed.

What tipped it

  • Mavericks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • Mavericks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.