Tue Mar 8, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
123
away
Chemistry
Steady
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
114
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando MagicMagic | 35 | 33 | 35 | 20 | 123 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 27 | 29 | 32 | 26 | 114 |
After Action Report
The Magic edged the Cavaliers 123-114. The tempo dragged the Cavaliers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Magic's Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Magic owned the glass, generating extra possessions. The Magic rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Magic · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Magic · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Magic · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.