Mon Jan 24, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
123
away
Chemistry
Tense
Houston RocketsRockets
126
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando MagicMagic | 29 | 31 | 31 | 32 | 123 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 39 | 26 | 28 | 33 | 126 |
After Action Report
The Rockets squeaked past the Magic 126-123. The breakneck pace played right into Rockets' hands. The Rockets ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; Rockets' old heads steadied the ship in the swings. The Rockets locker room is humming, and it showed.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Magic · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.