Mon Jan 31, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
106
away
Chemistry
Tense
Boston CelticsCeltics
125
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 29 | 21 | 26 | 30 | 106 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 27 | 42 | 30 | 26 | 125 |
After Action Report
In Boston, the Celtics handled the Rockets 125-106. The Celtics got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Shots just aren't falling for the Rockets lately; Rockets' old heads steadied the ship in the swings. The Rockets looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. Tonight's Rockets utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Rockets · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Rockets · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.