Thu Jan 20, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
96
away
Chemistry
Tense
Orlando MagicMagic
109
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 23 | 20 | 28 | 25 | 96 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 27 | 23 | 22 | 37 | 109 |
After Action Report
In Orlando, the Magic downed the Rockets 109-96. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Magic carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Magic's defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Magic locker room is humming, and it showed.
What tipped it
- 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.