Fri Feb 4, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
120
away
Chemistry
Hot
Boston CelticsCeltics
105
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando MagicMagic | 28 | 30 | 32 | 30 | 120 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 19 | 32 | 28 | 26 | 105 |
After Action Report
The Magic downed the Celtics 120-105. The tempo dragged the Celtics into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Magic looked unstoppable — pure Buzzsaw mode; Magic's Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Magic bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Magic per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
- Celtics · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Magic · Buzzsaw An 8+ game winning streak — they cannot be stopped (until the league catches up).
- Magic · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.