Fri Feb 4, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
85
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Chemistry
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Indiana PacersPacers
109
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 16 | 24 | 26 | 19 | 85 |
| Indiana PacersPacers | 32 | 22 | 28 | 27 | 109 |
After Action Report
In Indiana, the Pacers ran roughshod over the Mavericks 109-85. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Pacers ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; the Mavericks came in with something to prove after a loss. The Pacers locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Pacers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Pacers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Pacers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Mavericks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.