Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Mon Dec 27, 2004 · 8:00 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
93
away
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Indiana PacersPacers
114
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 22 | 27 | 23 | 21 | 93 |
| Indiana PacersPacers | 32 | 37 | 18 | 27 | 114 |
After Action Report
The Pacers stunned the Hornets 114-93. The better team simply showed up tonight. The Pacers pushed the pace until the other side broke; the Hornets sent shots into the fifth row all night. Early returns: the Pacers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Add it to the list of nights the favorite forgot to show up.
What tipped it
- Hornets · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
- Hornets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.