Sat Jan 1, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
96
away
Chemistry
Hot
Chicago BullsBulls
93
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando MagicMagic | 24 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 96 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 21 | 19 | 19 | 34 | 93 |
After Action Report
The Magic snuck past the Bulls 96-93. The Bulls couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Magic. The Magic answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Magic's defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Magic bench chemistry carried them. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Bulls · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Bulls · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- 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.