Sat Jan 8, 2005 · 8:00 PM
New Jersey NetsNets
117
away
Chemistry
Tense
Orlando MagicMagic
115
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Jersey NetsNets | 29 | 34 | 26 | 28 | 117 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 28 | 21 | 35 | 31 | 115 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Nets snuck past the Magic 117-115. The tempo dragged the Magic into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Nets' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Magic owned the glass, generating extra possessions.
What tipped it
- Magic · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- 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.
- Nets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.