Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 6
Dallas MavericksMavs
128
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Los Angeles LakersLakers
113
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 34 | 24 | 32 | 38 | 128 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 29 | 27 | 30 | 27 | 113 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks outlasted the Lakers 128-113. The Lakers had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Mavericks came in with something to prove after a loss; Mavericks' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Mavericks bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Mavericks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- 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.
- 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.