Wed Dec 1, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
81
away
Chemistry
Steady
Orlando MagicMagic
89
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 24 | 10 | 28 | 19 | 81 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 21 | 17 | 32 | 19 | 89 |
After Action Report
The Magic fended off the Raptors 89-81. The Magic won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. The Magic couldn't shake the cold spell; Magic's Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Magic · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Raptors · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Raptors · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.