Thu Jan 20, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
103
away
Chemistry
Steady
Orlando MagicMagic
92
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 27 | 31 | 23 | 22 | 103 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 19 | 28 | 24 | 21 | 92 |
After Action Report
The Rockets handled the Magic 103-92. Every possession went the Rockets way. The Rockets came in with something to prove after a loss; the Magic carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one.
What tipped it
- Magic · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Magic · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.