Sun Apr 17, 2005 · 1:00 PM
Indiana PacersPacers
99
away
Chemistry
Cold
Miami HeatHeat
106
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana PacersPacers | 25 | 23 | 25 | 26 | 99 |
| Miami HeatHeat | 28 | 27 | 24 | 27 | 106 |
After Action Report
In Miami, the Heat edged the Pacers 106-99. Heat's offense had its way with the Pacers. Shots just aren't falling for the Heat lately; Heat's veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. The Pacers looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. Early returns: the Heat per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Heat · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Pacers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Pacers · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.