Wed Jan 26, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Indiana PacersPacers
97
away
Chemistry
Cold
Boston CelticsCeltics
107
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana PacersPacers | 25 | 16 | 17 | 39 | 97 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 18 | 29 | 29 | 31 | 107 |
After Action Report
In Boston, the Celtics took care of the Pacers 107-97. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Celtics' defenders refused to give up clean looks; the Pacers owned the glass, generating extra possessions.
What tipped it
- Pacers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Pacers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
