Mon Dec 27, 2004 · 8:00 PM
New York KnicksKnicks
103
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Chemistry
Steady
Orlando MagicMagic
105
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Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York KnicksKnicks | 22 | 28 | 25 | 28 | 103 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 27 | 22 | 29 | 27 | 105 |
After Action Report
In Orlando, the Magic squeaked past the Knicks 105-103. Magic's starting five clicked while the Knicks looked disjointed. The Magic owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Magic came in with something to prove after a loss. The Magic rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Magic · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Magic · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Knicks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.