Wed Jan 5, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
106
away
Chemistry
Hot
Dallas MavericksMavs
117
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 20 | 28 | 28 | 30 | 106 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 24 | 31 | 33 | 29 | 117 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks shocked the Lakers 117-106. The Lakers had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Fresh off a statement win, the Mavericks stayed locked in; Mavericks' defenders refused to give up clean looks. An upset for the books.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.