Mon Jan 10, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
118
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
117
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando MagicMagic | 31 | 27 | 31 | 29 | 118 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 28 | 30 | 32 | 27 | 117 |
After Action Report
In Boston, the Magic squeaked past the Celtics 118-117. The breakneck pace played right into Magic's hands. The Magic owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Magic answered the bell with a bounce-back effort.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Buzzsaw An 8+ game winning streak — they cannot be stopped (until the league catches up).
- Magic · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Magic · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.