Sat Jan 1, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
109
away
Chemistry
Hot
Chicago BullsBulls
108
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando MagicMagic | 29 | 29 | 27 | 24 | 109 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 27 | 23 | 34 | 24 | 108 |
After Action Report
In Chicago, the Magic snuck past the Bulls 109-108. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Magic owned the glass, generating extra possessions; fresh off a statement win, the Magic stayed locked in. The Magic bench chemistry carried them. Magic's rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Bulls · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- 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 · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Magic · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.