Fri Apr 8, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
118
away
Chemistry
Tense
Orlando MagicMagic
122
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 25 | 29 | 32 | 32 | 118 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 29 | 31 | 25 | 37 | 122 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Magic snuck past the Pistons 122-118. Magic's offense had its way with the Pistons. Magic's Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Magic owned the glass, generating extra possessions. Early returns: the Magic per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
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 · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.