Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 2
Houston RocketsRockets
135
away
Dallas MavericksMavs
118
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 46 | 29 | 25 | 35 | 135 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 31 | 31 | 34 | 22 | 118 |
After Action Report
In Dallas, the Rockets downed the Mavericks 135-118. Rockets controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Rockets bent the defense out of shape from deep; Mavericks' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition.
What tipped it
- 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.