Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Wed Apr 13, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
116
away
Chemistry
Tense
Detroit PistonsPistons
133
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando MagicMagic | 32 | 27 | 30 | 27 | 116 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 38 | 39 | 29 | 27 | 133 |
After Action Report
The Pistons downed the Magic 133-116. The Magic had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Second-chance points piled up for the Pistons; the Pistons answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. The Magic looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. Tonight's Magic utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Pistons · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Magic · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Magic · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.