Sat Dec 25, 2004 · 1:30 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
98
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Indiana PacersPacers
107
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 22 | 29 | 29 | 18 | 98 |
| Indiana PacersPacers | 18 | 25 | 30 | 34 | 107 |
After Action Report
The Pacers outlasted the Pistons 107-98. The Pistons couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Pacers. Pacers' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes; the Pistons pushed the pace until the other side broke. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Pacers · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.