Mon Dec 27, 2004 · 8:00 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
87
away
Chemistry
Cold
Indiana PacersPacers
100
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Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 26 | 17 | 20 | 24 | 87 |
| Indiana PacersPacers | 26 | 19 | 22 | 33 | 100 |
After Action Report
The Pacers downed the Hornets 100-87. The better team simply showed up tonight. Second-chance points piled up for the Pacers; fresh off a statement win, the Hornets stayed locked in. Tonight's Hornets utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Pacers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Pacers · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Hornets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.