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Thu Dec 9, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics
123
away
Chemistry Steady
Dallas MavericksMavs
116
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Chemistry Steady

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics 18 33 36 36 123
Dallas MavericksMavs 28 31 31 26 116

After Action Report

In a track meet, the SuperSonics held off the Mavericks 123-116. The tempo dragged the Mavericks into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Second-chance points piled up for the SuperSonics; the SuperSonics pushed the pace until the other side broke. Early returns: the SuperSonics 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.
  • SuperSonics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.