Fri Dec 17, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
126
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Chemistry
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Indiana PacersPacers
125
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 33 | 31 | 30 | 32 | 126 |
| Indiana PacersPacers | 34 | 32 | 23 | 36 | 125 |
After Action Report
The Raptors snuck past the Pacers 126-125. The breakneck pace played right into Raptors' hands. The Raptors owned the glass, generating extra possessions; fresh off a statement win, the Raptors stayed locked in. The Raptors bench chemistry carried them. Raptors' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Pacers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Raptors · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Raptors · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Raptors · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.