Fri Apr 8, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
123
away
Chemistry
Elite
Orlando MagicMagic
125
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 24 | 24 | 31 | 33 | 11 | 123 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 29 | 26 | 25 | 32 | 13 | 125 |
After Action Report
In Orlando, the Magic survived the Pistons 125-123 in overtime. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Magic cashed in. Magic's outside barrage was a constant threat; the Pistons owned the glass, generating extra possessions. The Magic locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Magic per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Magic · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Pistons · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Pistons · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.