Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 5
Boston CelticsCeltics
123
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Indiana PacersPacers
135
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 24 | 26 | 33 | 40 | 123 |
| Indiana PacersPacers | 33 | 29 | 35 | 38 | 135 |
After Action Report
The Pacers took care of the Celtics 135-123. The breakneck pace played right into Pacers' hands. The Pacers owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Pacers' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. The Pacers locker room is humming, and it showed.
What tipped it
- Pacers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Pacers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Celtics · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.