Sat Jan 8, 2005 · 8:00 PM
New Jersey NetsNets
107
away
Chemistry
Cold
Orlando MagicMagic
116
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Jersey NetsNets | 24 | 28 | 37 | 18 | 107 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 21 | 29 | 39 | 27 | 116 |
After Action Report
In Orlando, the Magic outlasted the Nets 116-107. Magic's scorers couldn't be contained. Magic's Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; the Nets owned the glass, generating extra possessions. The Nets looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. Tonight's Nets utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Nets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Nets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Nets · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.