Fri Mar 18, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
140
away
Chemistry
Hot
Indiana PacersPacers
124
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 34 | 47 | 25 | 34 | 140 |
| Indiana PacersPacers | 27 | 32 | 29 | 36 | 124 |
After Action Report
In Indiana, the Lakers outlasted the Pacers 140-124. The Pacers had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Fresh off a statement win, the Lakers stayed locked in; Lakers' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them. Lakers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- 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.
- Pacers · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- 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.