Fri Jan 14, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
120
away
Chemistry
Tense
Detroit PistonsPistons
122
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando MagicMagic | 28 | 31 | 28 | 33 | 120 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 30 | 39 | 30 | 23 | 122 |
After Action Report
In Detroit, the Pistons snuck past the Magic 122-120. The breakneck pace played right into Pistons' hands. The Pistons owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Magic are in a full-on tailspin. The Magic looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Magic · Crashing An 8+ game losing skid — heads are down, both ends suffer.
- Magic · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.