Sun Apr 17, 2005 · 12:30 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
120
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles LakersLakers
123
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 22 | 31 | 33 | 34 | 120 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 30 | 27 | 27 | 39 | 123 |
After Action Report
The Lakers squeaked past the Mavericks 123-120. The Mavericks had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Lakers' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; Lakers' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Mavericks · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.