Wed Jan 26, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Indiana PacersPacers
114
away
Chemistry
Tense
Boston CelticsCeltics
130
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana PacersPacers | 25 | 35 | 26 | 28 | 114 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 30 | 33 | 33 | 34 | 130 |
After Action Report
The Celtics took care of the Pacers 130-114. The Celtics got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Celtics pushed the pace until the other side broke; the Pacers owned the glass, generating extra possessions. Early returns: the Celtics 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 · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.