Thu Jan 20, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
88
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Chemistry
Elite
Orlando MagicMagic
130
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Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 24 | 17 | 18 | 29 | 88 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 41 | 26 | 32 | 31 | 130 |
After Action Report
The Magic demolished the Rockets 130-88. Magic controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Magic owned the glass, generating extra possessions; fresh off a statement win, the Magic stayed locked in. The Magic locker room is humming, and it showed. Garbage time started early.
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.
- Magic · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.