Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Wed Mar 16, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
97
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
88
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando MagicMagic | 20 | 29 | 21 | 27 | 97 |
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 14 | 21 | 31 | 22 | 88 |
After Action Report
The Magic outlasted the Clippers 97-88. The Magic won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. Second-chance points piled up for the Magic; Magic's Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Magic rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- Clippers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Clippers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Clippers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Magic · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.