Sat Jan 8, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Indiana PacersPacers
121
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Elite
Dallas MavericksMavs
109
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana PacersPacers | 22 | 28 | 45 | 26 | 121 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 26 | 30 | 25 | 28 | 109 |
After Action Report
In Dallas, the Pacers pulled away from the Mavericks 121-109. Pacers controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Pacers' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Pacers came in with something to prove after a loss. Tonight's Mavericks utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Pacers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Pacers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.