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Sat Jan 1, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
128
away
Chemistry Hot
Chicago BullsBulls
115
home
Chemistry Steady

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Orlando MagicMagic 33 34 23 38 128
Chicago BullsBulls 25 22 33 35 115

After Action Report

The Magic handled the Bulls 128-115. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Magic cashed in. The Magic owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Magic came in with something to prove after a loss. The Magic bench chemistry carried them.

What tipped it

  • Bulls · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
  • Bulls · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • Bulls · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
  • Magic · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • Magic · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • Magic · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.