Tue Nov 23, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
114
away
Chemistry
Steady
Indiana PacersPacers
111
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 26 | 27 | 32 | 29 | 114 |
| Indiana PacersPacers | 27 | 30 | 24 | 30 | 111 |
After Action Report
The Celtics squeaked past the Pacers 114-111. The Pacers had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Celtics owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Superstar Stack delivered when it mattered for the Celtics. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Celtics' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
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 · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.