Thu Apr 7, 2005 · 7:00 PM
San Antonio SpursSpurs
128
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Steady
Dallas MavericksMavs
127
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 27 | 34 | 36 | 31 | 128 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 34 | 32 | 25 | 36 | 127 |
After Action Report
The Spurs upended the Mavericks 128-127. The Mavericks had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Spurs answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; the Mavericks owned the glass, generating extra possessions. Add it to the list of nights the favorite forgot to show up.
What tipped it
- 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.
- Spurs · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.