Sun Nov 28, 2004 · 7:00 PM
Indiana PacersPacers
128
away
Chemistry
Hot
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics
127
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana PacersPacers | 35 | 30 | 23 | 40 | 128 |
| Seattle SuperSonicsSonics | 35 | 27 | 34 | 31 | 127 |
After Action Report
In Seattle, the Pacers squeaked past the SuperSonics 128-127. The tempo dragged the SuperSonics into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Pacers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; the SuperSonics owned the glass, generating extra possessions. Pacers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- SuperSonics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- SuperSonics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- SuperSonics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.