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Fri Jan 7, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Charlotte BobcatsBobcats
114
away
Chemistry
Steady
Orlando MagicMagic
112
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlotte BobcatsBobcats | 31 | 27 | 28 | 28 | 114 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 35 | 19 | 32 | 26 | 112 |
After Action Report
The Bobcats survived the Magic 114-112. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Bobcats' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Bobcats came in with something to prove after a loss. The Bobcats bench chemistry carried them. Bobcats' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Magic · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Bobcats · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Bobcats · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Bobcats · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.