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Sat Jan 29, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
114
away
Chemistry Hot
Washington WizardsWizards
116
home
Chemistry Steady

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Orlando MagicMagic 25 24 30 35 114
Washington WizardsWizards 23 31 34 28 116

After Action Report

In Washington, the Wizards snuck past the Magic 116-114. The Magic had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Wizards couldn't shake the cold spell; the Magic ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire. Wizards' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.

What tipped it

  • Wizards · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
  • Wizards · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
  • Magic · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
  • Magic · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.