Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Mon Jan 24, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
95
away
Chemistry
Steady
Houston RocketsRockets
91
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando MagicMagic | 25 | 30 | 19 | 21 | 95 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 25 | 22 | 15 | 29 | 91 |
After Action Report
The Magic squeaked past the Rockets 95-91. The Rockets couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Magic. The Magic owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Magic's Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. Tonight's Rockets utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- 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.
- Magic · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.