Mon Jan 31, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
108
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
92
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 31 | 24 | 23 | 30 | 108 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 22 | 23 | 21 | 26 | 92 |
After Action Report
In Boston, the Rockets downed the Celtics 108-92. Rockets torched the Celtics on the offensive end. The Rockets carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; the Celtics came in with something to prove after a loss. The Rockets bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Rockets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Rockets · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.