Mon Feb 7, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Indiana PacersPacers
128
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Washington WizardsWizards
131
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana PacersPacers | 26 | 35 | 38 | 29 | 128 |
| Washington WizardsWizards | 43 | 22 | 28 | 38 | 131 |
After Action Report
In Washington, the Wizards survived the Pacers 131-128. The breakneck pace played right into Wizards' hands. The Wizards pushed the pace until the other side broke; the Pacers owned the glass, generating extra possessions. Wizards' 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.