Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 1
Miami HeatHeat
120
away
Orlando MagicMagic
109
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami HeatHeat | 32 | 30 | 34 | 24 | 120 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 25 | 24 | 29 | 31 | 109 |
After Action Report
The Heat pulled away from the Magic 120-109. The breakneck pace played right into Heat's hands. The Heat carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; the Magic came in with something to prove after a loss. The Heat bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Heat per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Magic · 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.
- Heat · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Heat · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.