Sun Apr 3, 2005 · 1:00 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
128
away
Chemistry
Hot
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
120
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 30 | 33 | 31 | 34 | 128 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 40 | 30 | 21 | 29 | 120 |
After Action Report
In Cleveland, the Mavericks edged the Cavaliers 128-120. The tempo dragged the Cavaliers 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 bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- 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.