Rockets (
damnmydogisFAT) are the champions!
Tue Jan 18, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
108
away
Chemistry
Steady
Orlando MagicMagic
149
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 26 | 24 | 23 | 35 | 108 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 39 | 39 | 37 | 34 | 149 |
After Action Report
The Magic rolled past the Pistons 149-108. The tempo dragged the Pistons into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Magic owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Magic carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one. The Magic locker room is humming, and it showed. Garbage time started early.
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.
- Magic · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Pistons · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Pistons · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.