Lakers (
nathan) are the champions!
Fri Apr 8, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
94
away
Chemistry
Steady
Orlando MagicMagic
112
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 17 | 28 | 24 | 25 | 94 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 30 | 24 | 23 | 35 | 112 |
After Action Report
The Magic pulled away from the Pistons 112-94. The better team simply showed up tonight. Magic's high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; fresh off a statement win, the Magic stayed locked in. The Magic locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Magic per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Magic · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- 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.
- Pistons · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.