Fri Mar 18, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
126
away
Chemistry
Steady
Houston RocketsRockets
120
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 15 | 33 | 27 | 31 | 20 | 126 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 18 | 34 | 26 | 28 | 14 | 120 |
After Action Report
The Celtics edged the Rockets 126-120 in overtime. Celtics controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Celtics came in with something to prove after a loss; Celtics' defenders refused to give up clean looks.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Celtics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.