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The Algebra of the Game: Stevens, C’s have the antidote for Orlando’s prestidigitation

Related Topics: Orlando Rage, Ciudadanos

The Good: Other than a give-away 24-second violation in the final half-minute, Boston played turnover-free ball during the final 12 minutes. (The C’s committed their fifth team foul of Q3 with 6:39 remaining – they fouled no more in Q3.)

The Bad: The C’s committed ten fouls against shooters – FIVE of them “and-1” opportunities. (The Magic were empty on their final seven Q3 possessions, while the C’s faltered on seven of their last eight.)

The Ugly: The teams combined to shoot 2 for 16 from three-point arc in the fourth quarter. (Out of a combined 197 possessions, the team produced 72 one-and-done possessions – the Magic had 42.