Mon Mar 7, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Philadelphia 76ers76ers
119
away
Chemistry
Steady
Miami HeatHeat
90
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia 76ers76ers | 33 | 36 | 31 | 19 | 119 |
| Miami HeatHeat | 18 | 23 | 28 | 21 | 90 |
After Action Report
The 76ers ran roughshod over the Heat 119-90. The tempo dragged the Heat into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Fresh off a statement win, the 76ers stayed locked in; the 76ers pushed the pace until the other side broke. The 76ers bench chemistry carried them. Tonight's Heat utilization choices clashed with the team identity. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Heat · Crashing An 8+ game losing skid — heads are down, both ends suffer.
- Heat · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- 76ers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- 76ers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.