Sun Mar 6, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Indiana PacersPacers
112
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
111
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana PacersPacers | 24 | 32 | 26 | 30 | 112 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 40 | 29 | 23 | 19 | 111 |
After Action Report
In Los Angeles, the Pacers snuck past the Lakers 112-111. The breakneck pace played right into Pacers' hands. Pacers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; fresh off a statement win, the Lakers stayed locked in. The Pacers bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Pacers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Pacers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.