Tue Mar 8, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
127
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Cleveland CavaliersCavs
126
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando MagicMagic | 48 | 23 | 33 | 23 | 127 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 34 | 26 | 29 | 37 | 126 |
After Action Report
In Cleveland, the Magic squeaked past the Cavaliers 127-126. The Cavaliers had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Second-chance points piled up for the Magic; Magic's old heads steadied the ship in the swings. Tonight's Cavaliers utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Cavaliers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Magic · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.