Sat Jan 1, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
120
away
Chemistry
Elite
Chicago BullsBulls
103
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando MagicMagic | 31 | 29 | 36 | 24 | 120 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 24 | 34 | 20 | 25 | 103 |
After Action Report
In Chicago, the Magic took care of the Bulls 120-103. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Magic cashed in. Second-chance points piled up for the Magic; the Magic carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one. The Magic bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Magic per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Bulls · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- 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.