Tue Apr 5, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
111
away
Chemistry
Hot
Dallas MavericksMavs
101
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando MagicMagic | 26 | 30 | 29 | 26 | 111 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 25 | 25 | 23 | 28 | 101 |
After Action Report
In Dallas, the Magic handled the Mavericks 111-101. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Magic cashed in. The Magic answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; the Mavericks carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one. The Magic bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Magic per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Magic · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Magic · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.