Thu Jan 20, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
130
away
Chemistry
Hot
Orlando MagicMagic
106
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 28 | 33 | 36 | 33 | 130 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 23 | 35 | 24 | 24 | 106 |
After Action Report
The Rockets demolished the Magic 130-106. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Rockets cashed in. The Magic answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. The Rockets bench chemistry carried them. Rockets' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. One bad quarter was all it took to crack this one open.
What tipped it
- Magic · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Magic · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.