Tue Feb 22, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Indiana PacersPacers
117
away
Chemistry
Elite
Orlando MagicMagic
122
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana PacersPacers | 25 | 34 | 33 | 25 | 117 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 29 | 24 | 37 | 32 | 122 |
After Action Report
The Magic survived the Pacers 122-117. The breakneck pace played right into Magic's hands. The Magic pushed the pace until the other side broke; second-chance points piled up for the Pacers. Magic's rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
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.