Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Sat Jan 8, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Indiana PacersPacers
122
away
Chemistry
Tense
Dallas MavericksMavs
117
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana PacersPacers | 33 | 26 | 31 | 32 | 122 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 38 | 29 | 23 | 27 | 117 |
After Action Report
The Pacers survived the Mavericks 122-117. The tempo dragged the Mavericks into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Pacers came in with something to prove after a loss; the Pacers pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Pacers bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Pacers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Mavericks · 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.
- Pacers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.