Fri Feb 4, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
131
away
Chemistry
Hot
Boston CelticsCeltics
128
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando MagicMagic | 25 | 31 | 36 | 27 | 12 | 131 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 30 | 30 | 26 | 33 | 9 | 128 |
After Action Report
The Magic squeaked past the Celtics 131-128 in overtime. Magic's scorers couldn't be contained. The Magic answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Magic's defenders refused to give up clean looks. 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
- Celtics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Magic · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Magic · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.