Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 1
Dallas MavericksMavs
127
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Los Angeles LakersLakers
106
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 32 | 32 | 32 | 31 | 127 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 33 | 27 | 28 | 18 | 106 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks upended the Lakers 127-106. The Mavericks got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Mavericks pushed the pace until the other side broke; the Lakers owned the glass, generating extra possessions. The Mavericks rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift. Add it to the list of nights the favorite forgot to show up.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.