Sun Apr 3, 2005 · 1:00 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
116
away
Chemistry
Hot
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
108
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 34 | 22 | 32 | 28 | 116 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 26 | 27 | 30 | 25 | 108 |
After Action Report
In Cleveland, the Mavericks edged the Cavaliers 116-108. The Cavaliers couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Mavericks. The Mavericks steamroller is in full effect right now; the Mavericks pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Mavericks bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Mavericks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Buzzsaw An 8+ game winning streak — they cannot be stopped (until the league catches up).
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.