Mon Jan 24, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
129
away
Chemistry
Hot
Houston RocketsRockets
128
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando MagicMagic | 24 | 31 | 34 | 26 | 14 | 129 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 31 | 26 | 33 | 25 | 13 | 128 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Magic squeaked past the Rockets 129-128 in overtime. Magic torched the Rockets on the offensive end. The Magic carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; the Magic pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Magic bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Magic per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Magic · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Magic · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.