Sun Dec 19, 2004 · 7:00 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
103
away
Chemistry
Hot
Miami HeatHeat
100
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando MagicMagic | 24 | 25 | 32 | 22 | 103 |
| Miami HeatHeat | 24 | 27 | 19 | 30 | 100 |
After Action Report
In Miami, the Magic squeaked past the Heat 103-100. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Magic carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Magic's defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Magic bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Magic per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- Magic · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Magic · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.