Fri Jan 14, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
139
away
Chemistry
Steady
San Antonio SpursSpurs
127
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 38 | 40 | 31 | 30 | 139 |
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 24 | 37 | 30 | 36 | 127 |
After Action Report
In San Antonio, the Mavericks handled the Spurs 139-127. The tempo dragged the Spurs into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Mavericks answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; the Mavericks pushed the pace until the other side broke.
What tipped it
- Spurs · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Spurs · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Spurs · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Spurs · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Mavericks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.