Fri Jan 14, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
133
away
Chemistry
Elite
Detroit PistonsPistons
111
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando MagicMagic | 31 | 39 | 28 | 35 | 133 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 25 | 26 | 33 | 27 | 111 |
After Action Report
In Detroit, the Magic demolished the Pistons 133-111. Magic torched the Pistons on the offensive end. The Magic owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Magic carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one. The Magic bench chemistry carried them. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- 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.
- Magic · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.