Sun Jan 9, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Indiana PacersPacers
120
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Chemistry
Steady
Phoenix SunsSuns
118
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Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana PacersPacers | 25 | 23 | 37 | 35 | 120 |
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 35 | 27 | 31 | 25 | 118 |
After Action Report
The Pacers snuck past the Suns 120-118. The Pacers got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Pacers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; the Pacers bent the defense out of shape from deep. Pacers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Suns · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Suns · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Pacers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.