Mon Jan 24, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
122
away
Chemistry
Hot
Houston RocketsRockets
105
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando MagicMagic | 27 | 29 | 32 | 34 | 122 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 32 | 21 | 22 | 30 | 105 |
After Action Report
The Magic outlasted the Rockets 122-105. The Rockets had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Fresh off a statement win, the Magic stayed locked in; Magic's Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Magic bench chemistry carried them. Magic's rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Magic · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Magic · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.