Fri Dec 17, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
87
away
Chemistry
Hot
Indiana PacersPacers
92
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 18 | 15 | 27 | 27 | 87 |
| Indiana PacersPacers | 22 | 28 | 23 | 19 | 92 |
After Action Report
In Indiana, the Pacers snuck past the Raptors 92-87. The Pacers won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. The Pacers ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; the Raptors owned the glass, generating extra possessions. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Pacers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Raptors · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Raptors · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.