Sat Mar 19, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
95
away
Chemistry
Elite
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
82
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando MagicMagic | 31 | 32 | 16 | 16 | 95 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 22 | 24 | 19 | 17 | 82 |
After Action Report
The Magic downed the Trail Blazers 95-82. Ugly basketball, but the Magic did just enough. The Magic came in with something to prove after a loss. 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 · 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.