Sat Feb 5, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
116
away
Chemistry
Hot
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
111
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando MagicMagic | 28 | 30 | 33 | 25 | 116 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 30 | 30 | 23 | 28 | 111 |
After Action Report
The Magic squeaked past the Cavaliers 116-111. Magic's offense had its way with the Cavaliers. The Magic played with the chip of a recent gutting loss; Magic's defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Magic bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Magic per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Magic · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Magic · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.