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Fri Apr 1, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Washington WizardsWizards
118
away
Chemistry Steady
Orlando MagicMagic
114
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Chemistry Steady

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Washington WizardsWizards 27 28 28 35 118
Orlando MagicMagic 29 24 30 31 114

After Action Report

The Wizards squeaked past the Magic 118-114. The Wizards got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Magic owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Magic ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire. The Wizards bench chemistry carried them. Wizards' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.

What tipped it

  • Magic · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • Magic · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
  • Magic · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
  • Wizards · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.