Houston Rockets Announce 2005 Preseason Schedule
Magic Visit Toyota Center for “Clutch City Classic” Presented by Southwest Airlines
HOUSTON – The Houston Rockets today announced their eight-game 2005 preseason schedule, highlighted by three home games at Toyota Center. On Wednesday, Oct. 12, the Rockets will host the Orlando Magic in the 11th annual “Clutch City Classic” Presented by Southwest Airlines – a benefit game dedicated to local charities.
The “Clutch City Classic” Presented by Southwest Airlines tips off another season full of Rockets charity fundraisers and community programs. In the first 10 years, proceeds from the “Clutch City Classic” have gone to Houston City Parks, the Phoenix Outreach Youth Center, Kid-Care, SEARCH, AAMA, the NAACP, Vecinos Unidos, the Twin Towers Fund and grassroots basketball programs. Rockets owner Leslie Alexander’s commitment to the Houston community has translated into over $6 million in charitable contributions and countless youth programs over the last 12 years.
Along with the “Clutch City Classic”, the Rockets will host preseason games at Toyota Center vs. the Washington Wizards on Oct. 23 and the Utah Jazz on Oct. 26. The Rockets will play other preseason games away from Houston against the Philadelphia 76ers (in Philadelphia), the San Antonio Spurs (in San Antonio), the Seattle SuperSonics (in Oklahoma City), the Memphis Grizzlies (in Memphis), and the New Orleans Hornets (in Laredo).
Season ticket packages, which include three preseason and 41 regular season home dates, are available in most price categories. Deposits are being accepted for mini-plans, which include half-season, 14-game, and six-game plans by calling (713) 627-DUNK (3865) or visiting HERE for details.
The Houston Rockets 2005 preseason schedule follows.
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