Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Thu Mar 17, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
125
away
Chemistry
Hot
Dallas MavericksMavs
130
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 30 | 37 | 29 | 29 | 125 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 25 | 36 | 33 | 36 | 130 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks survived the Trail Blazers 130-125. The Mavericks got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Second-chance points piled up for the Mavericks; the Mavericks pushed the pace until the other side broke. Early returns: the Mavericks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Trail Blazers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Trail Blazers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Trail Blazers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.