Sun Oct 24, 2004 · 7:30 PM
· Preseason
Houston RocketsRockets
103
away
Chemistry
Tense
Orlando MagicMagic
129
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 25 | 27 | 21 | 30 | 103 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 36 | 33 | 26 | 34 | 129 |
After Action Report
The Magic blew the doors off the Rockets 129-103. The tempo dragged the Rockets into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Magic owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Magic pushed the pace until the other side broke. Early returns: the Magic per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Magic · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.