Fri Mar 18, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
140
away
Chemistry
Hot
Houston RocketsRockets
126
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 29 | 31 | 29 | 33 | 18 | 140 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 30 | 28 | 33 | 31 | 4 | 126 |
After Action Report
The Celtics downed the Rockets 140-126 in overtime. Celtics' scorers couldn't be contained. The Celtics carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; Celtics' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Celtics · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.