Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Tue Jan 18, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Indiana PacersPacers
108
away
Chemistry
Cold
Houston RocketsRockets
103
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana PacersPacers | 33 | 25 | 22 | 28 | 108 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 23 | 23 | 30 | 27 | 103 |
After Action Report
The Pacers snuck past the Rockets 108-103. Pacers' scorers couldn't be contained. Fresh off a statement win, the Pacers stayed locked in; Pacers' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Pacers bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Pacers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Rockets · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Pacers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Pacers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.