Fri Apr 8, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
108
away
Chemistry
Tense
Orlando MagicMagic
112
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 26 | 27 | 31 | 24 | 108 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 23 | 30 | 24 | 35 | 112 |
After Action Report
The Magic squeaked past the Pistons 112-108. The tempo dragged the Pistons into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Magic owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Magic couldn't shake the cold spell. Early returns: the Magic per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- Magic · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Magic · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.