Sun Feb 6, 2005 · 2:00 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
124
away
Chemistry
Hot
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
121
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 40 | 33 | 21 | 30 | 124 |
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 33 | 33 | 27 | 28 | 121 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks snuck past the Raptors 124-121. The breakneck pace played right into Mavericks' hands. Mavericks' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Mavericks carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one. The Mavericks bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Mavericks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Mavericks · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.