Sun Dec 12, 2004 · 7:30 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
105
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles LakersLakers
97
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando MagicMagic | 27 | 26 | 32 | 20 | 105 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 22 | 22 | 27 | 26 | 97 |
After Action Report
In Los Angeles, the Magic held off the Lakers 105-97. The Lakers couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Magic. The Magic owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Magic answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. The Magic bench chemistry carried them. Ugly, but it counts the same in the standings.
What tipped it
- Magic · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- 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.