Fri Mar 18, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
107
away
Chemistry
Hot
Houston RocketsRockets
97
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 28 | 22 | 30 | 27 | 107 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 29 | 26 | 19 | 23 | 97 |
After Action Report
The Celtics downed the Rockets 107-97. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Celtics ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; Celtics' old heads steadied the ship in the swings. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Celtics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.