Tue Mar 8, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
109
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Chemistry
Hot
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
105
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando MagicMagic | 32 | 23 | 25 | 29 | 109 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 27 | 20 | 23 | 35 | 105 |
After Action Report
In Cleveland, the Magic squeaked past the Cavaliers 109-105. Magic's scorers couldn't be contained. The Magic carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; the Magic bent the defense out of shape from deep. The Magic bench chemistry carried them. The Magic rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Cavaliers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Cavaliers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- 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.