Sun Apr 17, 2005 · 12:30 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
114
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Los Angeles LakersLakers
106
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 36 | 28 | 21 | 29 | 114 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 25 | 25 | 28 | 28 | 106 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks outlasted the Lakers 114-106. Mavericks' scorers couldn't be contained. Fresh off a statement win, the Mavericks stayed locked in; Mavericks' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Mavericks bench chemistry carried them. Mavericks' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- 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.