Wed Mar 9, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
102
away
Chemistry
Hot
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
101
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando MagicMagic | 21 | 22 | 18 | 41 | 102 |
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 20 | 24 | 24 | 33 | 101 |
After Action Report
The Magic squeaked past the Raptors 102-101. The Raptors couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Magic. The Magic answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Raptors' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition. The Magic bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Magic per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- Raptors · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Raptors · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Raptors · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Magic · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Magic · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.