Lakers (
damnmydogisFAT) are the champions!
Sat Jan 1, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
122
away
Chemistry
Steady
Chicago BullsBulls
113
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando MagicMagic | 27 | 39 | 32 | 24 | 122 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 35 | 33 | 23 | 22 | 113 |
After Action Report
In Chicago, the Magic outlasted the Bulls 122-113. The Bulls had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Magic carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; Magic's Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Magic bench chemistry carried them. Magic's rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Bulls · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Magic · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Magic · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.