Fri Feb 25, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
133
away
Chemistry
Hot
Indiana PacersPacers
138
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 24 | 39 | 34 | 36 | 133 |
| Indiana PacersPacers | 35 | 33 | 28 | 42 | 138 |
After Action Report
The Pacers snuck past the Cavaliers 138-133. The breakneck pace played right into Pacers' hands. The Pacers carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; the Pacers pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Pacers locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Pacers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- 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.
- Cavaliers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Cavaliers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.