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Sat Apr 2, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
115
away
Chemistry Hot
New Jersey NetsNets
96
home
Chemistry Cold

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Orlando MagicMagic 27 29 28 31 115
New Jersey NetsNets 17 41 22 16 96

After Action Report

The Magic handled the Nets 115-96. Magic torched the Nets on the offensive end. Fresh off a statement win, the Magic stayed locked in; the Magic pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Magic bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Magic per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Style points be damned.

What tipped it

  • Nets · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
  • Nets · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
  • 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.