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Fri Nov 5, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Indiana PacersPacers
87
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Chemistry Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
112
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Chemistry Steady

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Indiana PacersPacers 18 21 28 20 87
Boston CelticsCeltics 24 28 30 30 112

After Action Report

The Celtics demolished the Pacers 112-87. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Celtics owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Celtics' stars took over and bent the game to their will. The Celtics locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Celtics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Never a doubt in this one.

What tipped it

  • Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • Celtics · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
  • Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.