Tue Jan 18, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
114
away
Chemistry
Steady
Orlando MagicMagic
87
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 24 | 33 | 26 | 31 | 114 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 11 | 24 | 25 | 27 | 87 |
After Action Report
The Pistons blew the doors off the Magic 114-87. Pistons' positional fit overwhelmed the Magic rotation. The Magic ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire. The Pistons bench chemistry carried them. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Magic · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.