Mon Jan 31, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
131
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
113
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 33 | 28 | 30 | 40 | 131 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 26 | 33 | 24 | 30 | 113 |
After Action Report
The Rockets outlasted the Celtics 131-113. The tempo dragged the Celtics into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Rockets couldn't shake the cold spell; second-chance points piled up for the Celtics.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Rockets · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.