Tue Apr 5, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
117
away
Chemistry
Steady
Dallas MavericksMavs
108
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando MagicMagic | 33 | 22 | 32 | 30 | 117 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 31 | 30 | 19 | 28 | 108 |
After Action Report
The Magic edged the Mavericks 117-108. Magic's scorers couldn't be contained. The Mavericks came in with something to prove after a loss; Mavericks' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. The Magic bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Magic per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · 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.