Sun Feb 13, 2005 · 6:00 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
114
away
Chemistry
Hot
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics
109
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 23 | 31 | 31 | 29 | 114 |
| Seattle SuperSonicsSonics | 26 | 24 | 25 | 34 | 109 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks survived the SuperSonics 114-109. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Mavericks steamroller is in full effect right now; Mavericks' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Mavericks bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Mavericks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- SuperSonics · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- SuperSonics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Mavericks · Buzzsaw An 8+ game winning streak — they cannot be stopped (until the league catches up).
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.