Sat Jan 22, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Washington WizardsWizards
117
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Chemistry
Hot
Indiana PacersPacers
95
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Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington WizardsWizards | 28 | 22 | 30 | 37 | 117 |
| Indiana PacersPacers | 21 | 21 | 24 | 29 | 95 |
After Action Report
In Indiana, the Wizards rolled past the Pacers 117-95. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Wizards' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; the Wizards ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire. The Wizards bench chemistry carried them. Wizards' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. It broke open after the break.
What tipped it
- Pacers · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Pacers · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Wizards · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Wizards · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Wizards · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.