Tue Jan 18, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Indiana PacersPacers
110
away
Chemistry
Elite
Houston RocketsRockets
104
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana PacersPacers | 40 | 21 | 20 | 29 | 110 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 33 | 20 | 27 | 24 | 104 |
After Action Report
In Houston, the Pacers fended off the Rockets 110-104. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Second-chance points piled up for the Pacers; the Pacers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. The Pacers bench chemistry carried them. Tonight's Rockets utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Pacers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Pacers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Pacers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.