Thu Nov 11, 2004 · 9:00 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
96
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Miami HeatHeat
100
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 20 | 24 | 29 | 23 | 96 |
| Miami HeatHeat | 33 | 18 | 25 | 24 | 100 |
After Action Report
The Heat snuck past the Mavericks 100-96. The Heat won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. Fresh off a statement win, the Heat stayed locked in; the Mavericks owned the glass, generating extra possessions. Early returns: the Heat per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Heat · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Mavericks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.