Mon Feb 7, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Indiana PacersPacers
98
away
Chemistry
Hot
Washington WizardsWizards
95
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana PacersPacers | 24 | 28 | 20 | 26 | 98 |
| Washington WizardsWizards | 26 | 20 | 28 | 21 | 95 |
After Action Report
The Pacers squeaked past the Wizards 98-95. The Pacers won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. The Superstar Stack delivered when it mattered for the Pacers; the Pacers came in with something to prove after a loss. The Pacers bench chemistry carried them. Pacers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- Wizards · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- 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.