Wed Apr 13, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
95
away
Chemistry
Hot
Detroit PistonsPistons
93
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando MagicMagic | 32 | 22 | 19 | 22 | 95 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 15 | 28 | 26 | 24 | 93 |
After Action Report
In Detroit, the Magic snuck past the Pistons 95-93. The Pistons couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Magic. Magic's veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes; the Pistons carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one. The Magic bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Magic per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- 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.
- Magic · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.