Thu Jan 20, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
99
away
Chemistry
Steady
Orlando MagicMagic
109
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 26 | 22 | 26 | 25 | 99 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 32 | 27 | 27 | 23 | 109 |
After Action Report
The Magic outlasted the Rockets 109-99. The better team simply showed up tonight. The Magic ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; the Rockets came in with something to prove after a loss. The Magic locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Magic per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Magic · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- 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.