Mon Jan 3, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
113
away
Chemistry
Cold
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
129
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando MagicMagic | 28 | 32 | 26 | 27 | 113 |
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 31 | 28 | 32 | 38 | 129 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Raptors pulled away from the Magic 129-113. The breakneck pace played right into Raptors' hands. Raptors' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; Raptors' old heads steadied the ship in the swings. Early returns: the Raptors per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Raptors · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Magic · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Magic · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.