Tue Feb 22, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Indiana PacersPacers
92
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Chemistry
Tense
Orlando MagicMagic
137
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Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana PacersPacers | 28 | 22 | 25 | 17 | 92 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 40 | 27 | 35 | 35 | 137 |
After Action Report
The Magic ran roughshod over the Pacers 137-92. The Pacers had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Second-chance points piled up for the Magic; the Magic ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire. The Magic locker room is humming, and it showed. Tonight's Pacers utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Magic · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Magic · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Magic · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.