Orlando got beyond the Eastern Conference First Round by getting past Charlotte 4-1, as Charlotte came up short today in a 94-89 game. "That was a really tough game to lose," said Charlotte coach Bob after the game. "We came in thinking we could beat these guys. And we really played them well. But a few too many mistakes on our part kept us from getting the 'W'." One player who definitely can't be too downcast is Murphy, whose outstanding game was one of the bright points for Charlotte and caused some other teams to take notice.

Orlando was led by Hunt (9 points, 15 boards, 2 assists), Hayes (16 points, 3 blocks), Brigmon (19 points, a block). Charlotte was led by Murphy (14 points, 29 boards, 2 assists, 2 blocks), Scroggins (27 points, 2 blocks), Williams (19 points, 8 boards, 0 assists, a steal, 2 blocks).

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