Sun Apr 17, 2005 · 12:30 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
118
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles LakersLakers
133
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 31 | 16 | 35 | 36 | 118 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 38 | 29 | 21 | 45 | 133 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Lakers downed the Mavericks 133-118. The Lakers got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Lakers played with the chip of a recent gutting loss; Lakers' old heads steadied the ship in the swings.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Mavericks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Mavericks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Mavericks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.