Thu Jan 20, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
110
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Chemistry
Elite
Orlando MagicMagic
121
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 29 | 36 | 23 | 22 | 110 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 35 | 32 | 21 | 33 | 121 |
After Action Report
The Magic pulled away from the Rockets 121-110. The Rockets had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Magic owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Magic carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one. The Magic locker room is humming, and it showed.
What tipped it
- Magic · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- 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 · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Rockets · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.