Mon Jan 31, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
77
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
89
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 22 | 20 | 17 | 18 | 77 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 20 | 14 | 26 | 29 | 89 |
After Action Report
The Celtics took care of the Rockets 89-77. The Rockets couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Celtics. Celtics' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense; the Rockets are in a full-on tailspin. The Rockets looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Crashing An 8+ game losing skid — heads are down, both ends suffer.
- Rockets · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.