Fri Feb 4, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
135
away
Chemistry
Hot
Boston CelticsCeltics
136
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando MagicMagic | 35 | 31 | 25 | 35 | 9 | 135 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 35 | 34 | 30 | 27 | 10 | 136 |
After Action Report
The Celtics squeaked past the Magic 136-135 in overtime. Celtics' offense had its way with the Magic. Celtics' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Celtics played with the chip of a recent gutting loss. The Celtics locker room is humming, and it showed. Tonight's Magic utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Celtics · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.