Sun Dec 19, 2004 · 7:00 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
112
away
Chemistry
Cold
Miami HeatHeat
96
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando MagicMagic | 23 | 31 | 26 | 32 | 112 |
| Miami HeatHeat | 16 | 29 | 25 | 26 | 96 |
After Action Report
In Miami, the Magic handled the Heat 112-96. The breakneck pace played right into Magic's hands. The Magic carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; the Magic bent the defense out of shape from deep. The Magic bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Heat · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- 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.