Sun Mar 6, 2005 · 1:00 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
125
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Chemistry
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Houston RocketsRockets
127
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Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 36 | 31 | 29 | 29 | 125 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 24 | 29 | 32 | 42 | 127 |
After Action Report
The Rockets survived the Mavericks 127-125. Rockets torched the Mavericks on the offensive end. Rockets' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; the Mavericks carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one. Rockets' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
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.