Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Fri Jan 21, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Indiana PacersPacers
87
away
Chemistry
Elite
Miami HeatHeat
91
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana PacersPacers | 22 | 16 | 19 | 30 | 87 |
| Miami HeatHeat | 19 | 26 | 30 | 16 | 91 |
After Action Report
The Heat survived the Pacers 91-87. The Heat won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. The Heat bent the defense out of shape from deep; the Pacers owned the glass, generating extra possessions. Early returns: the Heat per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- Pacers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Pacers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.