Thu Mar 31, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Miami HeatHeat
112
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Indiana PacersPacers
110
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami HeatHeat | 25 | 31 | 27 | 29 | 112 |
| Indiana PacersPacers | 32 | 20 | 23 | 35 | 110 |
After Action Report
The Heat survived the Pacers 112-110. The better team simply showed up tonight. The Heat came in with something to prove after a loss; Heat's outside barrage was a constant threat. The Heat bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Heat 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 · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Heat · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Heat · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.