Sat Apr 2, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
119
away
Chemistry
Steady
New Jersey NetsNets
105
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando MagicMagic | 30 | 32 | 39 | 18 | 119 |
| New Jersey NetsNets | 27 | 21 | 35 | 22 | 105 |
After Action Report
The Magic downed the Nets 119-105. The Nets couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Magic. Magic's Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Nets answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. The Magic bench chemistry carried them. Ugly, but it counts the same in the standings.
What tipped it
- Nets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Nets · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Magic · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Magic · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.