Fri Apr 8, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
112
away
Chemistry
Hot
Orlando MagicMagic
117
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 25 | 25 | 32 | 30 | 112 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 27 | 30 | 35 | 25 | 117 |
After Action Report
In Orlando, the Magic squeaked past the Pistons 117-112. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Magic cashed in. The Magic owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Magic carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one.
What tipped it
- Magic · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Magic · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.