Sun Apr 17, 2005 · 12:30 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
101
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Chemistry
Tense
Los Angeles LakersLakers
94
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 27 | 24 | 21 | 29 | 101 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 23 | 18 | 22 | 31 | 94 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Mavericks shocked the Lakers 101-94. The tempo dragged the Lakers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. You could feel the revenge motivation from the Mavericks; the Mavericks pushed the pace until the other side broke. Mavericks' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. An upset for the books.
What tipped it
- Lakers · 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.
- Mavericks · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.