Sat Mar 26, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
104
away
Chemistry
Tense
Dallas MavericksMavs
120
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 23 | 23 | 27 | 31 | 104 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 31 | 23 | 33 | 33 | 120 |
After Action Report
In Dallas, the Mavericks pulled away from the Cavaliers 120-104. The tempo dragged the Cavaliers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Mavericks' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Mavericks came in with something to prove after a loss. Early returns: the Mavericks 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.
- Mavericks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.