Thu Jan 20, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
106
away
Chemistry
Steady
Orlando MagicMagic
102
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 29 | 23 | 22 | 32 | 106 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 26 | 23 | 23 | 30 | 102 |
After Action Report
The Rockets squeaked past the Magic 106-102. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Rockets cashed in. The Magic carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Magic's Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense.
What tipped it
- 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.