Fri Mar 18, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
96
away
Chemistry
Tense
Houston RocketsRockets
110
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 22 | 22 | 28 | 24 | 96 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 21 | 34 | 23 | 32 | 110 |
After Action Report
The Rockets outlasted the Celtics 110-96. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Rockets carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; the Rockets bent the defense out of shape from deep.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Celtics · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Celtics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.