Thu Jan 20, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
100
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Chemistry
Tense
Orlando MagicMagic
93
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Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 27 | 27 | 23 | 23 | 100 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 20 | 27 | 30 | 16 | 93 |
After Action Report
The Rockets held off the Magic 100-93. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Rockets bent the defense out of shape from deep; the Magic came in with something to prove after a loss. Magic's per-player workload didn't match the gameplan.
What tipped it
- Magic · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Rockets · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.