Thu Mar 10, 2005 · 9:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
118
away
Chemistry
Hot
Dallas MavericksMavs
130
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 36 | 27 | 29 | 26 | 118 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 31 | 34 | 30 | 35 | 130 |
After Action Report
In Dallas, the Mavericks pulled away from the Lakers 130-118. Mavericks controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Second-chance points piled up for the Mavericks; Mavericks' old heads steadied the ship in the swings.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- 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.