Sun Mar 6, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Indiana PacersPacers
112
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Los Angeles LakersLakers
107
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana PacersPacers | 31 | 29 | 31 | 21 | 112 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 25 | 31 | 28 | 23 | 107 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Pacers survived the Lakers 112-107. Pacers controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Pacers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; second-chance points piled up for the Lakers. Early returns: the Pacers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.