Mon Dec 27, 2004 · 8:00 PM
New York KnicksKnicks
109
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Orlando MagicMagic
121
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York KnicksKnicks | 30 | 27 | 28 | 24 | 109 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 33 | 28 | 28 | 32 | 121 |
After Action Report
In Orlando, the Magic pulled away from the Knicks 121-109. The breakneck pace played right into Magic's hands. The Magic played with the chip of a recent gutting loss; Magic's Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. Magic's rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Magic · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Knicks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.