Sat Jan 8, 2005 · 8:00 PM
New Jersey NetsNets
110
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Chemistry
Hot
Orlando MagicMagic
106
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Jersey NetsNets | 30 | 27 | 25 | 28 | 110 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 31 | 26 | 23 | 26 | 106 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Nets snuck past the Magic 110-106. The breakneck pace played right into Nets' hands. Nets' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; the Magic owned the glass, generating extra possessions. The Nets bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Nets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Ugly, but it counts the same in the standings.
What tipped it
- Magic · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Magic · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Nets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.