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