Mon Jan 31, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
92
away
Chemistry
Tense
Boston CelticsCeltics
117
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 20 | 25 | 24 | 23 | 92 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 35 | 29 | 16 | 37 | 117 |
After Action Report
The Celtics blew the doors off the Rockets 117-92. The Celtics got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Celtics came in with something to prove after a loss; Celtics' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Rockets looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Rockets · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Rockets · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.