Wed Feb 23, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Miami HeatHeat
106
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Chemistry
Hot
Indiana PacersPacers
96
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami HeatHeat | 25 | 25 | 28 | 28 | 106 |
| Indiana PacersPacers | 24 | 28 | 19 | 25 | 96 |
After Action Report
The Heat handled the Pacers 106-96. Every possession went the Heat way. The Heat answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; the Pacers owned the glass, generating extra possessions. The Heat bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Heat per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Pacers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Heat · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Heat · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.