Sun Oct 24, 2004 · 7:30 PM
· Preseason
Houston RocketsRockets
134
away
Chemistry
Hot
Orlando MagicMagic
98
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 32 | 29 | 29 | 44 | 134 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 25 | 29 | 22 | 22 | 98 |
After Action Report
The Rockets demolished the Magic 134-98. Rockets controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Rockets' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; Rockets' stars took over and bent the game to their will. The Rockets bench chemistry carried them. It broke open after the break.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Rockets · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.