Magic are the champions!
  1. Lobby
  2. Draft
  3. Preseason
  4. Season
  5. Playoffs
Fri Jan 7, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Charlotte BobcatsBobcats
87
away
Chemistry Steady
Orlando MagicMagic
112
home
Chemistry Elite

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Charlotte BobcatsBobcats 24 23 27 13 87
Orlando MagicMagic 22 30 26 34 112

After Action Report

In Orlando, the Magic buried the Bobcats 112-87. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Fresh off a statement win, the Magic stayed locked in; the Bobcats couldn't shake the cold spell. The Magic locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Magic per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. It broke open after the break.

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.
  • Bobcats · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
  • Bobcats · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.