Tue Nov 23, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
106
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Indiana PacersPacers
81
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 27 | 29 | 25 | 25 | 106 |
| Indiana PacersPacers | 18 | 18 | 27 | 18 | 81 |
After Action Report
The Celtics ran roughshod over the Pacers 106-81. The Celtics won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. The Celtics owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Celtics' defenders refused to give up clean looks. Celtics' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.