Sat Jan 15, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
121
away
Chemistry
Hot
Indiana PacersPacers
107
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando MagicMagic | 34 | 31 | 24 | 32 | 121 |
| Indiana PacersPacers | 30 | 25 | 25 | 27 | 107 |
After Action Report
The Magic handled the Pacers 121-107. The tempo dragged the Pacers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Magic's Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; the Pacers owned the glass, generating extra possessions. Early returns: the Magic per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Pacers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Pacers · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.