Tue Nov 9, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
117
away
Chemistry
Steady
Orlando MagicMagic
119
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 34 | 32 | 29 | 22 | 117 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 26 | 33 | 30 | 30 | 119 |
After Action Report
The Magic squeaked past the Mavericks 119-117. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Magic cashed in. The Magic played with the chip of a recent gutting loss; the Mavericks carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one. Early returns: the Magic per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Magic · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Mavericks · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.