Mon Jan 31, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
110
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
118
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 28 | 29 | 29 | 24 | 110 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 32 | 26 | 34 | 26 | 118 |
After Action Report
The Celtics edged the Rockets 118-110. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Celtics cashed in. The Celtics played with the chip of a recent gutting loss; Celtics' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Rockets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.