Sun Mar 13, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Indiana PacersPacers
107
away
Chemistry
Tense
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
122
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana PacersPacers | 32 | 21 | 27 | 27 | 107 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 32 | 25 | 37 | 28 | 122 |
After Action Report
In Cleveland, the Cavaliers took care of the Pacers 122-107. The tempo dragged the Pacers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Cavaliers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; second-chance points piled up for the Pacers.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Pacers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- 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.