Playoffs · Round 3 · Game 1
New Jersey NetsNets
109
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Orlando MagicMagic
111
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Jersey NetsNets | 27 | 30 | 26 | 26 | 109 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 29 | 33 | 26 | 23 | 111 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Magic squeaked past the Nets 111-109. The Nets couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Magic. Magic's Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense; the Nets owned the glass, generating extra possessions. The Magic locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Magic per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- Magic · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Nets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Nets · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Nets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.