Sat Dec 18, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Indiana PacersPacers
104
away
Chemistry
Steady
Chicago BullsBulls
105
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana PacersPacers | 27 | 28 | 24 | 25 | 104 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 32 | 23 | 27 | 23 | 105 |
After Action Report
In Chicago, the Bulls survived the Pacers 105-104. Every possession went the Bulls way. The Bulls bent the defense out of shape from deep; the Pacers owned the glass, generating extra possessions. Bulls' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Pacers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- 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.