Fri Jan 28, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Washington WizardsWizards
116
away
Chemistry
Tense
Orlando MagicMagic
126
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington WizardsWizards | 31 | 33 | 28 | 24 | 116 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 22 | 39 | 31 | 34 | 126 |
After Action Report
In Orlando, the Magic took care of the Wizards 126-116. Magic controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Magic's Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; second-chance points piled up for the Wizards. Magic's rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Wizards · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Wizards · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.