Wed Jan 19, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Indiana PacersPacers
127
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Chemistry
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New Orleans HornetsHornets
113
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana PacersPacers | 31 | 25 | 32 | 39 | 127 |
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 33 | 21 | 33 | 26 | 113 |
After Action Report
The Pacers outlasted the Hornets 127-113. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Pacers cashed in. Pacers' stars took over and bent the game to their will; the Pacers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. The Pacers bench chemistry carried them. Pacers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Hornets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Hornets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Hornets · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Hornets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Pacers · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- Pacers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Pacers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.