Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Wed Apr 13, 2005 · 7:00 PM
New Jersey NetsNets
127
away
Chemistry
Tense
Indiana PacersPacers
117
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Jersey NetsNets | 27 | 32 | 34 | 34 | 127 |
| Indiana PacersPacers | 29 | 27 | 34 | 27 | 117 |
After Action Report
The Nets pulled away from the Pacers 127-117. The breakneck pace played right into Nets' hands. The Nets came in with something to prove after a loss; the Nets pushed the pace until the other side broke. Early returns: the Nets 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 · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Nets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.