Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 5
Los Angeles LakersLakers
113
away
Dallas MavericksMavs
98
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 30 | 27 | 26 | 30 | 113 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 16 | 25 | 26 | 31 | 98 |
After Action Report
The Lakers outlasted the Mavericks 113-98. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Lakers cashed in. The Lakers carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; the Mavericks came in with something to prove after a loss. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them.
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.
- Lakers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.