Thu Jan 20, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
145
away
Chemistry
Hot
Orlando MagicMagic
146
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 35 | 32 | 29 | 34 | 15 | 145 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 37 | 26 | 32 | 35 | 16 | 146 |
After Action Report
In Orlando, the Magic survived the Rockets 146-145 in overtime. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Magic cashed in. The Magic came in with something to prove after a loss; Magic's outside barrage was a constant threat. The Magic locker room is humming, and it showed.
What tipped it
- Magic · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Magic · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Rockets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Rockets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.