Sat Mar 26, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
123
away
Chemistry
Tense
Orlando MagicMagic
125
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 32 | 31 | 30 | 30 | 123 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 21 | 36 | 37 | 31 | 125 |
After Action Report
In Orlando, the Magic squeaked past the Suns 125-123. The tempo dragged the Suns into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Magic's Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Magic came in with something to prove after a loss. The Magic locker room is humming, and it showed.
What tipped it
- Magic · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Magic · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Magic · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Suns · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Suns · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.