Tue Jan 18, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
126
away
Chemistry
Hot
Orlando MagicMagic
98
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 41 | 38 | 22 | 25 | 126 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 19 | 25 | 18 | 36 | 98 |
After Action Report
In Orlando, the Pistons blew the doors off the Magic 126-98. Pistons torched the Magic on the offensive end. The Pistons ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; the Magic couldn't shake the cold spell. The Pistons bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Pistons per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Magic · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- 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.