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Mon Mar 21, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
125
away
Chemistry Hot
Charlotte BobcatsBobcats
103
home
Chemistry Cold

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Orlando MagicMagic 28 33 31 33 125
Charlotte BobcatsBobcats 31 23 17 32 103

After Action Report

In a track meet, the Magic ran roughshod over the Bobcats 125-103. The breakneck pace played right into Magic's hands. Fresh off a statement win, the Magic stayed locked in; Magic's Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Magic bench chemistry carried them. The Magic rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift. It broke open after the break.

What tipped it

  • Bobcats · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
  • Bobcats · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
  • 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.