Wed Jan 5, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics
102
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Chemistry
Tense
Orlando MagicMagic
99
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Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle SuperSonicsSonics | 29 | 26 | 26 | 21 | 102 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 23 | 32 | 24 | 20 | 99 |
After Action Report
In Orlando, the SuperSonics squeaked past the Magic 102-99. The better team simply showed up tonight. The SuperSonics owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the SuperSonics came in with something to prove after a loss. SuperSonics' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Magic · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- SuperSonics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- SuperSonics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.