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Some of the numbers that sunk the Magic in Game 5
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Some of the numbers that sunk the Magic in Game 5

Orlando Magic On SI·Matt Hanifan·about 1 month ago
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The Orlando Magic could not slam the door shut in Detroit against the Pistons, losing 116-109 in Game 5. What were a few numbers to take away from that series?! Let's examine! 8 - More offensive rebounds for Pistons I have harped on it a lot throughout this series, but the battle on the glass is very critical. And the Pistons doubled up the Magic on the offensive glass, 16-8, despite finishing just a plus-one on second-chance points (22-21). The eight offensive rebounds for the Magic were their fewest in a single game this series, collecting 11, 13, 14 and 16 over the first four games, respectively. Detroit was more intentional on box outs while subsequently taking advantage of a lackadaisical effort from Orlando on the glass. 17 - 3-pointers made by Magic Despite the loss, it was a breath of fresh air to see Magic players not named Desmond Bane make threes; the 3-ball kept them in the game.…

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