Fri Mar 18, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
105
away
Chemistry
Steady
Indiana PacersPacers
112
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 30 | 26 | 26 | 23 | 105 |
| Indiana PacersPacers | 26 | 36 | 22 | 28 | 112 |
After Action Report
In Indiana, the Pacers fended off the Lakers 112-105. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Pacers cashed in. The Pacers came in with something to prove after a loss; Pacers' old heads steadied the ship in the swings.
What tipped it
- Pacers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.