Thu Jan 20, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
110
away
Chemistry
Cold
Orlando MagicMagic
137
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 21 | 26 | 34 | 29 | 110 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 35 | 37 | 35 | 30 | 137 |
After Action Report
The Magic ran roughshod over the Rockets 137-110. The Magic got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Rockets' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. The Magic locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Magic per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Magic · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Rockets · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.