Thu Jan 20, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
108
away
Chemistry
Hot
Orlando MagicMagic
95
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 27 | 27 | 22 | 32 | 108 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 25 | 22 | 23 | 25 | 95 |
After Action Report
The Rockets pulled away from the Magic 108-95. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Rockets answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; the Magic bent the defense out of shape from deep. The Rockets bench chemistry carried them. Tonight's Magic utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.