Winning tonight is more than just a win. It would mean that the Orlando Magic would be the FIRST team to move on to the second round. It would mean that this team has taken another big step. It would give the young guys, basically the whole team, that experience needed in the future. The win would give us the proof that we can close out quarters and we can close out games. This is a huge game. Its time to show who really has the determination and the will to win.
The main keys to tonight's game, in my opinion are as follows:
1. Dwight must stay defensive minded.
D12 will get his on the offensive end, but his main focus should be on defense. We wouldn't have won game 4 if it wasn't for Dwight being that huge force on the inside. The Magic have to make the Raptors beat them from the perimeter. Make them play our game. Dump it into Dwight, but also get the wing guys, Hedo and Rashard, more involved like game 4.
2. Make the extra pass.
Rashard Lewis struggles when he just stands around and jacks up threes in transition. Getting the ball moving around the arc and into Dwight's hands or Rashard in the corner is very effective. Fumbling the ball and kicking it out to a well defended player at the three point line, will only kill the offensive rhythm. Making crisp passes and being alert when Dwight is in the block, is key. Passing the ball to confuse the defense is big tonight.
3. Hedo needs the ball in his hands as much as possible.
For most of the series, Jameer has played exceptionally well. But having the ball in his hands most of the time is not very effective. Hedo is our best ball handler and decision maker. Letting him distribute the ball and make the right decisions will help us get the win tonight.
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