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Sat Jan 29, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
102
away
Chemistry Steady
Washington WizardsWizards
118
home
Chemistry Hot

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Orlando MagicMagic 28 23 25 26 102
Washington WizardsWizards 24 34 29 31 118

After Action Report

The Wizards downed the Magic 118-102. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Wizards cashed in. The Wizards came in with something to prove after a loss; Wizards' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Wizards locker room is humming, and it showed. Wizards' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.

What tipped it

  • Wizards · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • Wizards · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
  • Magic · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • Magic · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.