The final score, 117-101, and box score do not really tell the whole story here. The Magic played a horrible game. There was no effort at all in the first half - but I did like what I saw in the the second. They attempted a comeback, but the deficit was just too much on this night. When you look at the stats, the Magic did a lot of things well. Rebounding especially was good. Dwight Howard posted another double-double tonight. Six Magic players scored in double figures. But, Steve Francis and Grant Hill failed to reach their averages. The Magic are missing the 3rd scorer, who is still sitting out with a strained groin. Take your time, make sure its good - because we will need you.
When you get down 17 points in the first half, it's hard to dig yourself out. One bright note, Mario Kasun came in and played some decent ball.
