Sat Feb 5, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
118
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Cleveland CavaliersCavs
116
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando MagicMagic | 30 | 29 | 35 | 24 | 118 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 26 | 32 | 30 | 28 | 116 |
After Action Report
The Magic survived the Cavaliers 118-116. The better team simply showed up tonight. The Magic owned the glass, generating extra possessions; you could feel the revenge motivation from the Magic. Early returns: the Magic per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Cavaliers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Magic · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Magic · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.