Thu Jan 20, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
82
away
Chemistry
Steady
Orlando MagicMagic
109
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Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 25 | 27 | 16 | 14 | 82 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 25 | 30 | 28 | 26 | 109 |
After Action Report
The Magic rolled past the Rockets 109-82. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Second-chance points piled up for the Magic; fresh off a statement win, the Magic stayed locked in. It broke open after the break.
What tipped it
- Magic · 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.
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.