Wed Mar 23, 2005 · 8:00 PM
San Antonio SpursSpurs
121
away
Chemistry
Steady
Indiana PacersPacers
135
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 26 | 37 | 27 | 31 | 121 |
| Indiana PacersPacers | 40 | 38 | 26 | 31 | 135 |
After Action Report
In Indiana, the Pacers handled the Spurs 135-121. Pacers controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Pacers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; Spurs' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim. Pacers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Spurs · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Spurs · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Spurs · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.