Wed Jan 12, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
96
away
Chemistry
Tense
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
86
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando MagicMagic | 27 | 27 | 20 | 22 | 96 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 26 | 21 | 21 | 18 | 86 |
After Action Report
The Magic handled the Timberwolves 96-86. The Magic won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. The Magic ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; Magic's defenders refused to give up clean looks. 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
- Timberwolves · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Magic · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Magic · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.