Fri Jan 14, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
124
away
Chemistry
Hot
Detroit PistonsPistons
97
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando MagicMagic | 30 | 36 | 21 | 37 | 124 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 29 | 24 | 18 | 26 | 97 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Magic ran roughshod over the Pistons 124-97. The tempo dragged the Pistons into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Second-chance points piled up for the Magic; the Magic came in with something to prove after a loss. The Magic bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Magic per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Magic · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Magic · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Magic · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.