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Thu Dec 30, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Indiana PacersPacers
120
away
Chemistry Tense
New Jersey NetsNets
117
home
Chemistry Hot

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Indiana PacersPacers 25 29 33 33 120
New Jersey NetsNets 27 25 33 32 117

After Action Report

The Pacers snuck past the Nets 120-117. The tempo dragged the Nets into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Pacers owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Pacers' balanced five covered every spot on the floor. The Pacers bench chemistry carried them.

What tipped it

  • Nets · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
  • Pacers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • Pacers · Balanced Five A starting five that covers every position with even talent finds a synergy edge.
  • Pacers · 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.