Fri Mar 4, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Indiana PacersPacers
110
away
Chemistry
Steady
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
112
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana PacersPacers | 27 | 26 | 27 | 30 | 110 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 22 | 26 | 24 | 40 | 112 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers survived the Pacers 112-110. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Trail Blazers carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; the Pacers carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one. The Trail Blazers locker room is humming, and it showed. Trail Blazers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Trail Blazers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Pacers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Pacers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.