Fri Jan 7, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Charlotte BobcatsBobcats
99
away
Chemistry
Cold
Orlando MagicMagic
90
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlotte BobcatsBobcats | 21 | 28 | 26 | 24 | 99 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 13 | 28 | 30 | 19 | 90 |
After Action Report
The Bobcats fended off the Magic 99-90. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Bobcats bent the defense out of shape from deep; fresh off a statement win, the Magic stayed locked in. The Bobcats bench chemistry carried them. Tonight's Magic utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Magic · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Magic · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Bobcats · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.