Sat Jan 15, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
118
away
Chemistry
Hot
Indiana PacersPacers
130
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando MagicMagic | 30 | 29 | 32 | 27 | 118 |
| Indiana PacersPacers | 34 | 33 | 35 | 28 | 130 |
After Action Report
The Pacers took care of the Magic 130-118. The breakneck pace played right into Pacers' hands. The Pacers came in with something to prove after a loss; Pacers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. Early returns: the Pacers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Pacers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Magic · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.