Mon Jan 31, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
107
away
Chemistry
Cold
Boston CelticsCeltics
108
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 29 | 28 | 24 | 26 | 107 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 20 | 32 | 23 | 33 | 108 |
After Action Report
The Celtics squeaked past the Rockets 108-107. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Celtics answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Celtics' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Rockets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.