Thu Feb 17, 2005 · 9:30 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
125
away
Chemistry
Hot
Phoenix SunsSuns
120
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 23 | 34 | 36 | 32 | 125 |
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 21 | 39 | 29 | 31 | 120 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks survived the Suns 125-120. The tempo dragged the Suns into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Second-chance points piled up for the Mavericks; the Mavericks ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire. The Mavericks bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Suns · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Suns · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- 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.