Sun Apr 17, 2005 · 12:30 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
116
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles LakersLakers
111
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 30 | 26 | 31 | 29 | 116 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 31 | 31 | 28 | 21 | 111 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Mavericks snuck past the Lakers 116-111. Mavericks' offense had its way with the Lakers. The Mavericks ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; Mavericks' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Mavericks bench chemistry carried them. Tonight's Lakers utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Lakers · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- 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.