Mon Jan 31, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
105
away
Chemistry
Tense
Boston CelticsCeltics
120
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 23 | 28 | 25 | 29 | 105 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 27 | 25 | 34 | 34 | 120 |
After Action Report
In Boston, the Celtics handled the Rockets 120-105. Celtics controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. You could feel the revenge motivation from the Celtics; Celtics' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Celtics locker room is humming, and it showed.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Rockets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.