Fri Jan 14, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
89
away
Chemistry
Hot
Detroit PistonsPistons
113
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando MagicMagic | 17 | 33 | 22 | 17 | 89 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 34 | 16 | 34 | 29 | 113 |
After Action Report
The Pistons ran roughshod over the Magic 113-89. The Magic had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Pistons' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense; Magic's Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition. It broke open after the break.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Magic · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Magic · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.