Tue Jan 18, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
102
away
Chemistry
Hot
Orlando MagicMagic
123
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 24 | 31 | 20 | 27 | 102 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 35 | 34 | 23 | 31 | 123 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Magic buried the Pistons 123-102. The breakneck pace played right into Magic's hands. The Magic couldn't shake the cold spell; the Magic bent the defense out of shape from deep. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Magic · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Pistons · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.