Fri Mar 18, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
113
away
Chemistry
Steady
Houston RocketsRockets
127
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 28 | 31 | 26 | 28 | 113 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 25 | 32 | 31 | 39 | 127 |
After Action Report
The Rockets handled the Celtics 127-113. Rockets' offense had its way with the Celtics. The Rockets carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; the Rockets pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Rockets locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Rockets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Celtics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.