Thu Jan 20, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
113
away
Chemistry
Steady
Orlando MagicMagic
103
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 24 | 31 | 29 | 29 | 113 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 25 | 20 | 35 | 23 | 103 |
After Action Report
The Rockets outlasted the Magic 113-103. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Rockets carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; the Magic owned the glass, generating extra possessions. The Rockets bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Magic · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- 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.