Wed Jan 26, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Indiana PacersPacers
120
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Boston CelticsCeltics
119
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana PacersPacers | 29 | 32 | 23 | 36 | 120 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 35 | 29 | 28 | 27 | 119 |
After Action Report
The Pacers snuck past the Celtics 120-119. The tempo dragged the Celtics into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Pacers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; the Celtics owned the glass, generating extra possessions. Early returns: the Pacers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.