Fri Apr 8, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
118
away
Chemistry
Hot
Orlando MagicMagic
121
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 31 | 27 | 31 | 29 | 118 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 37 | 26 | 30 | 28 | 121 |
After Action Report
In Orlando, the Magic survived the Pistons 121-118. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Magic cashed in. The Magic played with the chip of a recent gutting loss; the Magic bent the defense out of shape from deep.
What tipped it
- Magic · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Pistons · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.