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Mon Jan 24, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
122
away
Chemistry Hot
Houston RocketsRockets
112
home
Chemistry Steady

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Orlando MagicMagic 32 32 33 25 122
Houston RocketsRockets 24 31 27 30 112

After Action Report

The Magic handled the Rockets 122-112. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Magic cashed in. Magic's high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; Magic's defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Magic bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Magic per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.

What tipped it

  • Rockets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
  • Magic · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • Magic · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.