Sun Apr 3, 2005 · 1:00 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
100
away
Chemistry
Steady
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
94
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 24 | 23 | 26 | 27 | 100 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 27 | 26 | 23 | 18 | 94 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks held off the Cavaliers 100-94. Lineup balance gave the Mavericks a clear synergy edge. Mavericks' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Mavericks bench chemistry carried them. Tonight's Cavaliers utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.