Mon Jan 24, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
102
away
Chemistry
Hot
Houston RocketsRockets
117
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando MagicMagic | 28 | 26 | 16 | 32 | 102 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 27 | 28 | 26 | 36 | 117 |
After Action Report
The Rockets took care of the Magic 117-102. Rockets' offense had its way with the Magic. The Rockets carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Rockets' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. The Rockets rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- 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.