Tue Jan 18, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
81
away
Chemistry
Hot
Orlando MagicMagic
88
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 19 | 11 | 29 | 22 | 81 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 23 | 15 | 28 | 22 | 88 |
After Action Report
The Magic fended off the Pistons 88-81. Ugly basketball, but the Magic did just enough. The Magic came in with something to prove after a loss; Magic's Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Magic · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.