Tue Jan 18, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Indiana PacersPacers
105
away
Chemistry
Tense
Houston RocketsRockets
98
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana PacersPacers | 24 | 24 | 29 | 28 | 105 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 22 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 98 |
After Action Report
The Pacers fended off the Rockets 105-98. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Pacers owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Pacers' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes.
What tipped it
- Pacers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.