Thu Feb 17, 2005 · 9:30 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
116
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Chemistry
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Phoenix SunsSuns
95
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 30 | 28 | 31 | 27 | 116 |
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 22 | 27 | 20 | 26 | 95 |
After Action Report
In Phoenix, the Mavericks ran roughshod over the Suns 116-95. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Suns' old heads steadied the ship in the swings. The Mavericks bench chemistry carried them. The Mavericks rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift. One bad quarter was all it took to crack this one open.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.