Thu Jan 20, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
144
away
Chemistry
Hot
Dallas MavericksMavs
141
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 27 | 38 | 33 | 34 | 12 | 144 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 28 | 34 | 34 | 36 | 9 | 141 |
After Action Report
The Clippers squeaked past the Mavericks 144-141 in overtime. The Clippers got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Clippers pushed the pace until the other side broke; the Mavericks carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one. Early returns: the Clippers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.