Fri Feb 25, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
83
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Indiana PacersPacers
97
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 17 | 20 | 19 | 27 | 83 |
| Indiana PacersPacers | 27 | 25 | 28 | 17 | 97 |
After Action Report
The Pacers handled the Cavaliers 97-83. The Pacers won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. The Pacers carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; second-chance points piled up for the Cavaliers. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- Pacers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Cavaliers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.