Tue Nov 9, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
119
away
Chemistry
Hot
Orlando MagicMagic
113
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 29 | 33 | 31 | 26 | 119 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 25 | 27 | 27 | 34 | 113 |
After Action Report
In Orlando, the Mavericks outlasted the Magic 119-113. The Mavericks won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. The Mavericks carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; the Magic carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one. The Mavericks bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Mavericks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Magic · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- 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.