Mon Jan 3, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
109
away
Chemistry
Tense
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
131
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando MagicMagic | 28 | 27 | 29 | 25 | 109 |
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 32 | 33 | 32 | 34 | 131 |
After Action Report
The Raptors ran roughshod over the Magic 131-109. Raptors controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Raptors owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Raptors pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Raptors locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Raptors per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Raptors · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Raptors · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.