Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Tue Jan 18, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
128
away
Chemistry
Tense
Orlando MagicMagic
130
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 37 | 31 | 39 | 21 | 128 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 23 | 29 | 30 | 48 | 130 |
After Action Report
In Orlando, the Magic squeaked past the Pistons 130-128. The Pistons had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Magic came in with something to prove after a loss; the Magic bent the defense out of shape from deep. The Pistons looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. The Magic rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Magic · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Pistons · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Pistons · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.