Orlando Magic (ESPN NBA 2K5)

[CharlieBrown]

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Dwight Howard, Reporting for Duty

Thursday; November 11, 2004
Orlando, FL

F, Dwight Howard

After his four day hiatus, Dwight Howard reported for practice on Thursday and has been activated from the injured list. Coach, Johnny Davis, said that Howard will start for their next game, and that he is about 90% healthy.

With the activation, Orlando put center, Kelvin Cato, on injured reserve to fulfill the the 12 man limit.

[CharlieBrown]

Re: Orlando Magic (ESPN NBA 2K5)

Friday; November 12, 2004

TD Waterhouse Centre
Orlando, FL

Final	1	2	3	4	T
Los Angeles Lakers «	28	23	27	26	104
Orlando Magic	28	29	16	23	96

Kobe too Much for Orlando in Laker's Victory

Led by Kobe Bryant's 25, the Los Angeles Lakers were able to take care of the Orlando Magic, in a 104-96 win. Bryant shot 11 of 16 with 5 rebounds and is ESPN's Player of the Game.

ESPN's Player of the Game: G, Kobe Bryant
Stat Line: 25PTS, 5REB, 11/16FG

Lamar Odom helped him out with 20 of his own on 10 of 14 shooting. Chucky Atkins scored 18, 5 of them from beyond the arc, and had 11 dimes to finish up his double-double night. Center, Brian Grant and forward, Caron Butler, combined for 22 in the win.

"We didn't step it up on defense," said Coach Johnny Davis, "We allowed them to make easy shots. That was the difference in the game. We're not contesting our opponents."

Orlando loss despite three players having over 19 points. Grant Hill had 22, with 5 boards and 4 dimes. Pat Garrity came off the bench with 21 points, and Steve Francis had 20 with 7 assists.

Dwight Howard, back from missing 2 games, hit 8 of 12 shots for 16 points. He also had 11 rebounds and 6 blocks.

Orlando is currently on a 3 game losing streak and face Allen Iverson and the Philadelphia 76ers next, on the road.

Current Record: 3-3

Current Streak: Loss 3

Next Up: Philadelphia 76ers (1-5)

[CharlieBrown]

Re: Orlando Magic (ESPN NBA 2K5)

Friday; November 12, 2004

TD Waterhouse Centre
Orlando, FL

Final	1	2	3	4	T
Los Angeles Lakers «	28	23	27	26	104
Orlando Magic	28	29	16	23	96

Kobe too Much for Orlando in Laker's Victory

Led by Kobe Bryant's 25, the Los Angeles Lakers were able to take care of the Orlando Magic, in a 104-96 win. Bryant shot 11 of 16 with 5 rebounds and is ESPN's Player of the Game.

ESPN's Player of the Game: G, Kobe Bryant
Stat Line: 25PTS, 5REB, 11/16FG

Lamar Odom helped him out with 20 of his own on 10 of 14 shooting. Chucky Atkins scored 18, 5 of them from beyond the arc, and had 11 dimes to finish up his double-double night. Center, Brian Grant and forward, Caron Butler, combined for 22 in the win.

"We didn't step it up on defense," said Coach Johnny Davis, "We allowed them to make easy shots. That was the difference in the game. We're not contesting our opponents."

Orlando loss despite three players having over 19 points. Grant Hill had 22, with 5 boards and 4 dimes. Pat Garrity came off the bench with 21 points, and Steve Francis had 20 with 7 assists.

Dwight Howard, back from missing 2 games, hit 8 of 12 shots for 16 points. He also had 11 rebounds and 6 blocks.

Orlando is currently on a 3 game losing streak and face Allen Iverson and the Philadelphia 76ers next, on the road.

Current Record: 3-3

Current Streak: Loss 3

Next Up: Philadelphia 76ers (1-5)

[CharlieBrown]

Re: Orlando Magic (ESPN NBA 2K5)

Najera's Ready to Rumble

Saturday; November 13, 2004
Orlando, FL

F, Eduardo Najera

Shortly after practice ended on Saturday, Orlando Magic coach, Johnny Davis, announced to the press that forward, Eduardo Najera, will start in their upcoming game against Philadelphia. Najera will start at power forward and rookie sensation, Dwight Howard, will move to the center position.

Their modified starting five will look as follows:

PG: Jameer Nelson
SG: Steve Francis
SF: Grant Hill
PF: Eduardo Najera
C: Dwight Howard

This will be Najera's first start since his days in Dallas.

[CharlieBrown]

Re: Orlando Magic (ESPN NBA 2K5)

Najera's Ready to Rumble

Saturday; November 13, 2004
Orlando, FL

F, Eduardo Najera

Shortly after practice ended on Saturday, Orlando Magic coach, Johnny Davis, announced to the press that forward, Eduardo Najera, will start in their upcoming game against Philadelphia. Najera will start at power forward and rookie sensation, Dwight Howard, will move to the center position.

Their modified starting five will look as follows:

PG: Jameer Nelson
SG: Steve Francis
SF: Grant Hill
PF: Eduardo Najera
C: Dwight Howard

This will be Najera's first start since his days in Dallas.

[CharlieBrown]

Re: Orlando Magic (ESPN NBA 2K5)

Sunday; November 14, 2004

Wachovia Center
Philadelphia, PA

Final	1	2	3	4	T
Orlando Magic «	26	22	30	28	106
Philadelphia 76ers	26	31	19	23	99

Viva La Najera

In his first start as an Orlando Magic, Eduardo Najera locked and loaded for a double-double. Led by his career high, 24 points, Najera hit 12 of 13 shots with 10 boards for his Player of the Game honor.

ESPN's Player of the Game: F, Eduardo Najera
Stat Line: 24PTS, 10REBS, 3AST, 12/13FG

Grant Hill led the Magic with 30 points. He also had 9 rebounds. Steve Francis and Pat Garrity chimed in with 15 points a piece. Jameer Nelson had 12 points and 11 dimes.

Dwight Howard was limited to 4 points and rebounds.

The 76ers looked to have the game won, but a collapse in the defense in the third quarter allowed for easy shots in the paint made by the Magic.

Glenn "Big Dog" Robinson, scored a team high, 25 points for the 76ers. With Allen Iverson following up with 16 points and a career high, 18 assists. Rookie, Andre Iguodala scored 14 and center, Samuel Dalember had 12 points and 14 rebounds.

"Najera is something special," said Magic coach, Johnny Davis, "He will play a big part in our success."

Orlando snaps their 3 game losing streak and face Utah next.

Current Record: 4-3

Current Streak: Won 1

Next Up: Utah Jazz (5-1)

[CharlieBrown]

Re: Orlando Magic (ESPN NBA 2K5)

Sunday; November 14, 2004

Wachovia Center
Philadelphia, PA

Final	1	2	3	4	T
Orlando Magic «	26	22	30	28	106
Philadelphia 76ers	26	31	19	23	99

Viva La Najera

In his first start as an Orlando Magic, Eduardo Najera locked and loaded for a double-double. Led by his career high, 24 points, Najera hit 12 of 13 shots with 10 boards for his Player of the Game honor.

ESPN's Player of the Game: F, Eduardo Najera
Stat Line: 24PTS, 10REBS, 3AST, 12/13FG

Grant Hill led the Magic with 30 points. He also had 9 rebounds. Steve Francis and Pat Garrity chimed in with 15 points a piece. Jameer Nelson had 12 points and 11 dimes.

Dwight Howard was limited to 4 points and rebounds.

The 76ers looked to have the game won, but a collapse in the defense in the third quarter allowed for easy shots in the paint made by the Magic.

Glenn "Big Dog" Robinson, scored a team high, 25 points for the 76ers. With Allen Iverson following up with 16 points and a career high, 18 assists. Rookie, Andre Iguodala scored 14 and center, Samuel Dalember had 12 points and 14 rebounds.

"Najera is something special," said Magic coach, Johnny Davis, "He will play a big part in our success."

Orlando snaps their 3 game losing streak and face Utah next.

Current Record: 4-3

Current Streak: Won 1

Next Up: Utah Jazz (5-1)

[CharlieBrown]

Re: Orlando Magic (ESPN NBA 2K5)

Wednesday; November 17, 2004

TD Waterhouse Centre
Orlando, FL

Final	1	2	3	4	T
Utah Jazz «	24	18	19	34	95
Orlando Magic	23	35	16	18	92

2nd Half Meltdown Allows Jazz Victory

When a team is up by 16 at halftime, they tend to get over-confident and lose focus in the game. This is what the Orlando Magic did in their devastating loss to Utah. Their defense held it until the fourth - where everything fell apart.

Orlando allowed 34 points in the fourth quarter and scored just 34 in the second half. However, with 40 seconds left and the score 90-89 in Orlando's favor, the Magic looked to pull away with a close victory. However, Utah guard, Raul Lopez, sank a fast break three pointer with 30 seconds remaining to put the Jazz up by 2. Orlando couldn't tie it and had to resort to fouling in hopes of a win; which they were denied.

"I found an open spot and just let it go," said Lopez, "As soon as it left my hands, I knew it was going in."

"Our transition defense let me down," Magic coach, Johnny Davis said, "We had the game won, but we were cocky and allowed them to catch up."

Carlos Boozer led the game with 18 points and 13 rebounds earning ESPN's Player of the Game.

ESPN's Player of the Game: F, Carlos Boozer
Stat Line: 18PTS, 13REB

The Jazz, as a team, combined for 44 rebounds compared to Orlando's dismal, 30.

Mehmet Okur helped Boozer in the paint, scoring 16 and rebounding 11. Center, Earl Campbell had 14 and 5 respectivley.

Matt Harpring had 13. Andrei Kirilenko was quiet the entire game, scoring just 2 points. He did, however, manage 8 boards and 7 assists despite his lackluster offensive night.

For Orlando, Jameer Nelson and Steve Francis led the team. Each had 16 points and 5 assists.

Grant Hill had an off night, scoring just 12 points on a 6 of 18 performance. Rookie, Dwight Howard, also had 12. Eduardo Najera, in his second game for Orlando, scored 10 and rebounded 7.

With the loss, the Magic stand at 4-4 and face the Pacers who are 7-0 for their next game which will be in Indiana.

Current Record: 4-4

Current Streak: Loss 1

Next Up: Indiana Pacers (7-0)

[CharlieBrown]

Re: Orlando Magic (ESPN NBA 2K5)

Wednesday; November 17, 2004

TD Waterhouse Centre
Orlando, FL

Final	1	2	3	4	T
Utah Jazz «	24	18	19	34	95
Orlando Magic	23	35	16	18	92

2nd Half Meltdown Allows Jazz Victory

When a team is up by 16 at halftime, they tend to get over-confident and lose focus in the game. This is what the Orlando Magic did in their devastating loss to Utah. Their defense held it until the fourth - where everything fell apart.

Orlando allowed 34 points in the fourth quarter and scored just 34 in the second half. However, with 40 seconds left and the score 90-89 in Orlando's favor, the Magic looked to pull away with a close victory. However, Utah guard, Raul Lopez, sank a fast break three pointer with 30 seconds remaining to put the Jazz up by 2. Orlando couldn't tie it and had to resort to fouling in hopes of a win; which they were denied.

"I found an open spot and just let it go," said Lopez, "As soon as it left my hands, I knew it was going in."

"Our transition defense let me down," Magic coach, Johnny Davis said, "We had the game won, but we were cocky and allowed them to catch up."

Carlos Boozer led the game with 18 points and 13 rebounds earning ESPN's Player of the Game.

ESPN's Player of the Game: F, Carlos Boozer
Stat Line: 18PTS, 13REB

The Jazz, as a team, combined for 44 rebounds compared to Orlando's dismal, 30.

Mehmet Okur helped Boozer in the paint, scoring 16 and rebounding 11. Center, Earl Campbell had 14 and 5 respectivley.

Matt Harpring had 13. Andrei Kirilenko was quiet the entire game, scoring just 2 points. He did, however, manage 8 boards and 7 assists despite his lackluster offensive night.

For Orlando, Jameer Nelson and Steve Francis led the team. Each had 16 points and 5 assists.

Grant Hill had an off night, scoring just 12 points on a 6 of 18 performance. Rookie, Dwight Howard, also had 12. Eduardo Najera, in his second game for Orlando, scored 10 and rebounded 7.

With the loss, the Magic stand at 4-4 and face the Pacers who are 7-0 for their next game which will be in Indiana.

Current Record: 4-4

Current Streak: Loss 1

Next Up: Indiana Pacers (7-0)

[CharlieBrown]

Re: Orlando Magic (ESPN NBA 2K5)

Saturday; November 20, 2004

Conseco Fieldhouse
Orlando, FL
Game 9

Final	1	2	3	4	T
Orlando Magic «	18	34	30	27	109
Indiana Pacers	30	27	24	23	104

Garrity Guns Down the Pacers

Forward, Pat Garrity came off the bench and did not play until the second quarter. He scored in some big ways. Leading the game in scoring and rebounding, Garrity hit 13 of 17 (5/6 3PT) shots for 31 points as well as rebounding 12. He was the difference in the game, sparking key runs in the latter part of the game.

ESPN's Player of the Game: F, Pat Garrity
Stat Line: 31PTS, 12REB, 13/17FG

The second leading scorer for the Magic also came off the bench. Guard, Hedo Turkoglu had 22 points with 4 assists on a 9 of 14 night.

Steve Francis scored 17 points and assited 5 while Grant Hill had 15 with 7 boards, 4 assists, and 4 steals.

Dwight Howard had a double-double with 11 points and rebounds.

Orlando's bench used the jumpshot to perfection. They scored 58 points from jumpshots outside of the paint.

"Pat and Hedo were great tonight," Coach Davis said, "They showcased their great mid-range game."

"I was in a zone," Garrity comented, "I had that shooter's touch."

Forward, Jermaine O'Neal led the pacers with 28 points. He also had 8 rebounds. Controversial forward, Ron Artest had 23 points with 9 rebounds and 4 steals.

Guard, Jamaal Tinsley had an off night despite his 22 point effort. He took 23 shots, making just 8.

With the win Orlando travels back home for their next game against the Blazers.

Current Record: 5-4

Current Streak: Won 1

Next Up: Portland Trail Blazers (5-3)

[CharlieBrown]

Re: Orlando Magic (ESPN NBA 2K5)

Saturday; November 20, 2004

Conseco Fieldhouse
Orlando, FL
Game 9

Final	1	2	3	4	T
Orlando Magic «	18	34	30	27	109
Indiana Pacers	30	27	24	23	104

Garrity Guns Down the Pacers

Forward, Pat Garrity came off the bench and did not play until the second quarter. He scored in some big ways. Leading the game in scoring and rebounding, Garrity hit 13 of 17 (5/6 3PT) shots for 31 points as well as rebounding 12. He was the difference in the game, sparking key runs in the latter part of the game.

ESPN's Player of the Game: F, Pat Garrity
Stat Line: 31PTS, 12REB, 13/17FG

The second leading scorer for the Magic also came off the bench. Guard, Hedo Turkoglu had 22 points with 4 assists on a 9 of 14 night.

Steve Francis scored 17 points and assited 5 while Grant Hill had 15 with 7 boards, 4 assists, and 4 steals.

Dwight Howard had a double-double with 11 points and rebounds.

Orlando's bench used the jumpshot to perfection. They scored 58 points from jumpshots outside of the paint.

"Pat and Hedo were great tonight," Coach Davis said, "They showcased their great mid-range game."

"I was in a zone," Garrity comented, "I had that shooter's touch."

Forward, Jermaine O'Neal led the pacers with 28 points. He also had 8 rebounds. Controversial forward, Ron Artest had 23 points with 9 rebounds and 4 steals.

Guard, Jamaal Tinsley had an off night despite his 22 point effort. He took 23 shots, making just 8.

With the win Orlando travels back home for their next game against the Blazers.

Current Record: 5-4

Current Streak: Won 1

Next Up: Portland Trail Blazers (5-3)

[CharlieBrown]

Re: Orlando Magic (ESPN NBA 2K5)

Wednesday; November 24, 2004

TD Waterhouse Centre
Orlando, FL
Game 10

Final	1	2	3	4	T
Portland Trail Blazers	23	24	27	21	95
Orlando Magic «	33	21	25	25	104

Jameer's Jumper Sparks Win

Led by rookie guard, Jameer Nelson, the Orlando Magic came away with a win in Portland. Jameer hit 13 of 23 shots, 9 on jumpers, for 30 points. He was the Player of the Game.

ESPN's Player of the Game: G, Jameer Nelson
Stat Line: 30PTS, 13/23FG

Steve Francis helped him out with 16 points and 9 assists. Forward, Grant Hill, nearly had a double-double wtih 14 points and 9 boards. Dwight Howard also had 14 points with 14 rebounds. He managed a perfect game hitting all 7 of his 7 attempted shots. Pat Garrity had 13.

Orlando hit 21 of their 28 free throws compared to Portland's 7 out of 10.

"Jameer is a great playe," said Steve Francis, "He can shoot and pass. He'll turn into something special in the future."

For Portland, their starts struggled. Veteran guard, Damon Stoudamire had 22 points and 6 assists, but he had to take 22 shots to knock down 8. Forward, Zach Randolph, had 18 with 12 boards. But he missed 10 of 17 shots.

Shareef Abdur-Rahim scored 12 and Nick Van Exel had 10.

Orlando rises to 6-4 and play Atlanta on the road for their next game.

Current Record: 6-4

Current Streak: Won 2

Next Up: @ Atlanta Hawks (4-7)

[CharlieBrown]

Re: Orlando Magic (ESPN NBA 2K5)

Wednesday; November 24, 2004

TD Waterhouse Centre
Orlando, FL
Game 10

Final	1	2	3	4	T
Portland Trail Blazers	23	24	27	21	95
Orlando Magic «	33	21	25	25	104

Jameer's Jumper Sparks Win

Led by rookie guard, Jameer Nelson, the Orlando Magic came away with a win in Portland. Jameer hit 13 of 23 shots, 9 on jumpers, for 30 points. He was the Player of the Game.

ESPN's Player of the Game: G, Jameer Nelson
Stat Line: 30PTS, 13/23FG

Steve Francis helped him out with 16 points and 9 assists. Forward, Grant Hill, nearly had a double-double wtih 14 points and 9 boards. Dwight Howard also had 14 points with 14 rebounds. He managed a perfect game hitting all 7 of his 7 attempted shots. Pat Garrity had 13.

Orlando hit 21 of their 28 free throws compared to Portland's 7 out of 10.

"Jameer is a great playe," said Steve Francis, "He can shoot and pass. He'll turn into something special in the future."

For Portland, their starts struggled. Veteran guard, Damon Stoudamire had 22 points and 6 assists, but he had to take 22 shots to knock down 8. Forward, Zach Randolph, had 18 with 12 boards. But he missed 10 of 17 shots.

Shareef Abdur-Rahim scored 12 and Nick Van Exel had 10.

Orlando rises to 6-4 and play Atlanta on the road for their next game.

Current Record: 6-4

Current Streak: Won 2

Next Up: @ Atlanta Hawks (4-7)

[CharlieBrown]

Re: Orlando Magic (ESPN NBA 2K5)

Friday; November 26, 2004

Philips Arena
Atlanta, GA
Game 11

Final	1	2	3	4	T
Orlando Magic	17	16	23	17	73
Atlanta Hawks «	21	27	33	25	96

Hawks Surprise Magic in a 96-73 Win

Atlanta, a 4-7 team, beat the Magic in a 23 point beatdown as Orlando embarissingly hit just 42% of their shots.

"Completely unexpected and I am severley disappointed with my team," said Orlando's Coach Davis.

You know the game was bad when your team's leading scorer isn't even the 5th scoring option and he hits just 13 points. Eduardo Najera was the leading man in the upsetting loss with his 13 points and 8 boards.

Steve Francis and Pat Garrity each had 12 points. Jameer Nelson and Grant hill had 9 and Dwight Howard had 6 with 11 boards.

Antoine Walker led the Hawks with his 25 point, 13 rebound effort. Al Harrington followed up with 19 and 10 respectivley.

ESPN's Player of the Game: F, Antoine Walker
Stat Line: 25PTS, 13REB

Tony Delk had 15 with 11 dimes.

Orlando's loss puts them at a 6-5 record as they face the 76ers for their next game.

Current Record: 6-5

Current Streak: Loss 1

Next Up: @ Philadelphia (4-8)

[CharlieBrown]

Re: Orlando Magic (ESPN NBA 2K5)

Friday; November 26, 2004

Philips Arena
Atlanta, GA
Game 11

Final	1	2	3	4	T
Orlando Magic	17	16	23	17	73
Atlanta Hawks «	21	27	33	25	96

Hawks Surprise Magic in a 96-73 Win

Atlanta, a 4-7 team, beat the Magic in a 23 point beatdown as Orlando embarissingly hit just 42% of their shots.

"Completely unexpected and I am severley disappointed with my team," said Orlando's Coach Davis.

You know the game was bad when your team's leading scorer isn't even the 5th scoring option and he hits just 13 points. Eduardo Najera was the leading man in the upsetting loss with his 13 points and 8 boards.

Steve Francis and Pat Garrity each had 12 points. Jameer Nelson and Grant hill had 9 and Dwight Howard had 6 with 11 boards.

Antoine Walker led the Hawks with his 25 point, 13 rebound effort. Al Harrington followed up with 19 and 10 respectivley.

ESPN's Player of the Game: F, Antoine Walker
Stat Line: 25PTS, 13REB

Tony Delk had 15 with 11 dimes.

Orlando's loss puts them at a 6-5 record as they face the 76ers for their next game.

Current Record: 6-5

Current Streak: Loss 1

Next Up: @ Philadelphia (4-8)