Sun Apr 3, 2005 · 1:00 PM
Indiana PacersPacers
97
away
Chemistry
Steady
Washington WizardsWizards
125
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana PacersPacers | 25 | 20 | 28 | 24 | 97 |
| Washington WizardsWizards | 27 | 26 | 35 | 37 | 125 |
After Action Report
In Washington, the Wizards ran roughshod over the Pacers 125-97. Wizards controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Wizards pushed the pace until the other side broke; Pacers' old heads steadied the ship in the swings. The Wizards locker room is humming, and it showed. Tonight's Pacers utilization choices clashed with the team identity. It broke open after the break.
What tipped it
- Wizards · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.