Thu Jan 6, 2005 · 9:30 PM
Indiana PacersPacers
132
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Chemistry
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San Antonio SpursSpurs
129
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Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana PacersPacers | 42 | 30 | 26 | 34 | 132 |
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 35 | 27 | 31 | 36 | 129 |
After Action Report
The Pacers snuck past the Spurs 132-129. Pacers controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Pacers pushed the pace until the other side broke; the Spurs owned the glass, generating extra possessions. The Pacers bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Spurs · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Spurs · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Spurs · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Pacers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.