Wed Feb 23, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
128
away
Chemistry
Steady
Utah JazzJazz
113
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 31 | 34 | 34 | 29 | 128 |
| Utah JazzJazz | 29 | 30 | 22 | 32 | 113 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Mavericks outlasted the Jazz 128-113. Mavericks controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. 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. Mavericks' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
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.