Mon Dec 6, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
119
away
Chemistry
Steady
Denver NuggetsNuggets
116
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando MagicMagic | 32 | 23 | 34 | 30 | 119 |
| Denver NuggetsNuggets | 27 | 23 | 35 | 31 | 116 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Magic squeaked past the Nuggets 119-116. Magic controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Magic came in with something to prove after a loss; Magic's Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. Magic's rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Nuggets · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Nuggets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Magic · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.