Fri Nov 12, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
102
away
Chemistry
Hot
Orlando MagicMagic
103
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 24 | 22 | 22 | 34 | 102 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 24 | 21 | 29 | 29 | 103 |
After Action Report
In Orlando, the Magic squeaked past the Lakers 103-102. Magic controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Magic owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Magic's Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. Ugly, but it counts the same in the standings.
What tipped it
- Magic · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.