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Wed Jan 26, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Indiana PacersPacers
115
away
Chemistry Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
114
home
Chemistry Hot

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Indiana PacersPacers 24 36 29 26 115
Boston CelticsCeltics 22 32 33 27 114

After Action Report

The Pacers upended the Celtics 115-114. The Pacers got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Pacers couldn't shake the cold spell; second-chance points piled up for the Celtics. Early returns: the Pacers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Add it to the list of nights the favorite forgot to show up.

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 · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
  • Pacers · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.