Fri Mar 18, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
95
away
Chemistry
Steady
Indiana PacersPacers
114
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 17 | 30 | 21 | 27 | 95 |
| Indiana PacersPacers | 26 | 24 | 37 | 27 | 114 |
After Action Report
The Pacers took care of the Lakers 114-95. The better team simply showed up tonight. Fresh off a statement win, the Pacers stayed locked in; Pacers' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. Pacers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Pacers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.