Fri Jan 14, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
95
away
Chemistry
Hot
Detroit PistonsPistons
124
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando MagicMagic | 23 | 17 | 19 | 36 | 95 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 21 | 39 | 32 | 32 | 124 |
After Action Report
The Pistons ran roughshod over the Magic 124-95. The breakneck pace played right into Pistons' hands. The Pistons pushed the pace until the other side broke; second-chance points piled up for the Magic. Early returns: the Pistons per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Magic · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Magic · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.