Tue Nov 23, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
106
away
Chemistry
Steady
Indiana PacersPacers
125
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 27 | 27 | 29 | 23 | 106 |
| Indiana PacersPacers | 31 | 33 | 33 | 28 | 125 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Pacers handled the Celtics 125-106. The breakneck pace played right into Pacers' hands. The Pacers owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Pacers carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one. The Pacers locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Pacers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Pacers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Pacers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Pacers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Celtics · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.