Tue Nov 9, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
97
away
Chemistry
Hot
Orlando MagicMagic
91
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 22 | 24 | 27 | 24 | 97 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 23 | 26 | 16 | 26 | 91 |
After Action Report
In Orlando, the Mavericks fended off the Magic 97-91. Every possession went the Mavericks way. Mavericks' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense; you could feel the revenge motivation from the Magic. Early returns: the Mavericks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Ugly, but it counts the same in the standings.
What tipped it
- Magic · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Magic · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.