Sun Mar 13, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Indiana PacersPacers
119
away
Chemistry
Tense
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
130
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana PacersPacers | 31 | 32 | 28 | 28 | 119 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 40 | 32 | 26 | 32 | 130 |
After Action Report
The Cavaliers handled the Pacers 130-119. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Cavaliers cashed in. The Pacers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Pacers' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. The Cavaliers locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Cavaliers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Pacers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.