Sun Dec 12, 2004 · 7:30 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
126
away
Chemistry
Tense
Los Angeles LakersLakers
123
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando MagicMagic | 39 | 31 | 31 | 25 | 126 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 38 | 28 | 37 | 20 | 123 |
After Action Report
The Magic snuck past the Lakers 126-123. The tempo dragged the Lakers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Magic answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; shots just aren't falling for the Lakers lately. The Magic bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- 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.