Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Fri Nov 12, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
104
away
Chemistry
Hot
Orlando MagicMagic
119
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 30 | 23 | 29 | 22 | 104 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 21 | 30 | 36 | 32 | 119 |
After Action Report
In Orlando, the Magic downed the Lakers 119-104. The breakneck pace played right into Magic's hands. The Magic owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Lakers' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition. Magic's rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Magic · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.