Wed Jan 26, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Miami HeatHeat
112
away
Chemistry
Steady
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
97
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami HeatHeat | 24 | 29 | 32 | 27 | 112 |
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 23 | 26 | 20 | 28 | 97 |
After Action Report
The Heat downed the Raptors 112-97. The tempo dragged the Raptors into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Heat owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Heat ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire. Ugly, but it counts the same in the standings.
What tipped it
- Raptors · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Raptors · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
- Heat · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Heat · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.