Mon Jan 24, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
95
away
Chemistry
Hot
Houston RocketsRockets
107
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando MagicMagic | 27 | 17 | 28 | 23 | 95 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 28 | 31 | 23 | 25 | 107 |
After Action Report
In Houston, the Rockets pulled away from the Magic 107-95. Every possession went the Rockets way. Rockets' outside barrage was a constant threat; the Magic owned the glass, generating extra possessions. Tonight's Magic utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- Magic · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Magic · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
