Mon Jan 31, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
117
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
105
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 30 | 36 | 31 | 20 | 117 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 30 | 25 | 22 | 28 | 105 |
After Action Report
In Boston, the Rockets took care of the Celtics 117-105. Rockets torched the Celtics on the offensive end. The Rockets came in with something to prove after a loss; Rockets' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Rockets bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Rockets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.