Fri Mar 4, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Indiana PacersPacers
118
away
Chemistry
Steady
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
114
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana PacersPacers | 31 | 25 | 28 | 34 | 118 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 23 | 28 | 36 | 27 | 114 |
After Action Report
The Pacers survived the Trail Blazers 118-114. The breakneck pace played right into Pacers' hands. The Pacers pushed the pace until the other side broke; you could feel the revenge motivation from the Trail Blazers. The Pacers bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Pacers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Pacers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.