Tue Nov 9, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
97
away
Chemistry
Steady
Orlando MagicMagic
125
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 30 | 28 | 16 | 23 | 97 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 37 | 32 | 24 | 32 | 125 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Magic rolled past the Mavericks 125-97. Magic controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Magic owned the glass, generating extra possessions; fresh off a statement win, the Magic stayed locked in. The Magic locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Magic per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- 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.
- Magic · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.