Thu Apr 7, 2005 · 7:00 PM
San Antonio SpursSpurs
121
away
Chemistry
Elite
Dallas MavericksMavs
114
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 25 | 37 | 21 | 20 | 18 | 121 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 22 | 29 | 24 | 28 | 11 | 114 |
After Action Report
The Spurs held off the Mavericks 121-114 in overtime. Spurs' offense had its way with the Mavericks. The Spurs carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; the Mavericks owned the glass, generating extra possessions. The Spurs bench chemistry carried them. Tonight's Mavericks utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Mavericks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Spurs · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Spurs · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.