Wed Apr 6, 2005 · 6:00 PM
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
82
away
Chemistry
Tense
Indiana PacersPacers
109
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 23 | 20 | 21 | 18 | 82 |
| Indiana PacersPacers | 26 | 32 | 25 | 26 | 109 |
After Action Report
In Indiana, the Pacers blew the doors off the Cavaliers 109-82. Lineup balance gave the Pacers a clear synergy edge. The Pacers couldn't shake the cold spell; Pacers' old heads steadied the ship in the swings. The Pacers locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Pacers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Pacers · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Pacers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.