Sun Apr 3, 2005 · 1:00 PM
Indiana PacersPacers
121
away
Chemistry
Hot
Washington WizardsWizards
131
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana PacersPacers | 34 | 27 | 28 | 32 | 121 |
| Washington WizardsWizards | 33 | 37 | 34 | 27 | 131 |
After Action Report
In Washington, the Wizards downed the Pacers 131-121. The breakneck pace played right into Wizards' hands. Wizards' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; Wizards' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. Wizards' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Wizards · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Pacers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.