Sat Mar 19, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
135
away
Chemistry
Steady
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
144
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando MagicMagic | 32 | 39 | 29 | 35 | 135 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 35 | 39 | 36 | 34 | 144 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Trail Blazers held off the Magic 144-135. The tempo dragged the Magic into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Trail Blazers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; Magic's Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition. Trail Blazers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Magic · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- 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.