Fri Feb 4, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
104
away
Chemistry
Hot
Boston CelticsCeltics
101
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando MagicMagic | 25 | 26 | 28 | 25 | 104 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 31 | 17 | 29 | 24 | 101 |
After Action Report
The Magic squeaked past the Celtics 104-101. The better team simply showed up tonight. Fresh off a statement win, the Celtics stayed locked in; Celtics' 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.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Magic · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.