Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 1
Atlanta HawksHawks
81
away
Indiana PacersPacers
109
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 18 | 21 | 24 | 18 | 81 |
| Indiana PacersPacers | 25 | 26 | 30 | 28 | 109 |
After Action Report
The Pacers buried the Hawks 109-81. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Pacers came in with something to prove after a loss; Pacers' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. The Pacers locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Pacers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Pacers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Pacers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Hawks · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.