Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Thu Feb 17, 2005 · 9:30 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
133
away
Chemistry
Hot
Phoenix SunsSuns
126
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 34 | 39 | 36 | 24 | 133 |
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 31 | 37 | 27 | 31 | 126 |
After Action Report
In Phoenix, the Mavericks outlasted the Suns 133-126. Mavericks' offense had its way with the Suns. The Mavericks carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; the Suns came in with something to prove after a loss. The Mavericks bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Mavericks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Suns · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Suns · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Mavericks · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.