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Tue Jan 18, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
125
away
Chemistry
Steady
Orlando MagicMagic
111
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 26 | 30 | 33 | 36 | 125 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 29 | 23 | 27 | 32 | 111 |
After Action Report
In Orlando, the Pistons pulled away from the Magic 125-111. Pistons torched the Magic on the offensive end. The Pistons came in with something to prove after a loss; the Pistons pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Pistons bench chemistry carried them. Tonight's Magic utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Magic · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Magic · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Pistons · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.