Wed Apr 13, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
123
away
Chemistry
Hot
Detroit PistonsPistons
103
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando MagicMagic | 27 | 39 | 26 | 31 | 123 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 29 | 22 | 23 | 29 | 103 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Magic ran roughshod over the Pistons 123-103. The breakneck pace played right into Magic's hands. You could feel the revenge motivation from the Magic; the Pistons couldn't shake the cold spell. The Magic bench chemistry carried them. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Magic · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Magic · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.