Fri Nov 12, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
122
away
Chemistry
Elite
Orlando MagicMagic
117
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Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 41 | 25 | 32 | 24 | 122 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 34 | 30 | 26 | 27 | 117 |
After Action Report
The Lakers squeaked past the Magic 122-117. The breakneck pace played right into Lakers' hands. You could feel the revenge motivation from the Magic; Magic's Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them. The Lakers rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Magic · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.