Wed Apr 6, 2005 · 6:00 PM
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
106
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Indiana PacersPacers
109
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 27 | 24 | 19 | 36 | 106 |
| Indiana PacersPacers | 25 | 32 | 24 | 28 | 109 |
After Action Report
In Indiana, the Pacers snuck past the Cavaliers 109-106. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Cavaliers owned the glass, generating extra possessions; you could feel the revenge motivation from the Cavaliers. Pacers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Cavaliers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Cavaliers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.