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Sat Jan 15, 2005 · 8:30 PM
New Jersey NetsNets
116
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Chemistry Hot
Dallas MavericksMavs
107
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Chemistry Hot

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
New Jersey NetsNets 30 29 31 26 116
Dallas MavericksMavs 27 24 26 30 107

After Action Report

The Nets edged the Mavericks 116-107. The Mavericks had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Nets owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Nets ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire. The Nets bench chemistry carried them. Nets' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.

What tipped it

  • Mavericks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
  • Nets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • Nets · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
  • Nets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.