Mon Nov 29, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
104
away
Chemistry
Steady
Orlando MagicMagic
120
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 21 | 25 | 26 | 32 | 104 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 26 | 33 | 34 | 27 | 120 |
After Action Report
The Magic outlasted the Celtics 120-104. Magic controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Fresh off a statement win, the Magic stayed locked in; Magic's Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. Early returns: the Magic per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Magic · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.