Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Fri Apr 8, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
101
away
Chemistry
Hot
Orlando MagicMagic
107
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 24 | 24 | 27 | 26 | 101 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 28 | 26 | 20 | 33 | 107 |
After Action Report
The Magic outlasted the Pistons 107-101. The better team simply showed up tonight. The Magic played with the chip of a recent gutting loss; the Pistons owned the glass, generating extra possessions.
What tipped it
- Magic · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Pistons · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- 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.