Fri Mar 18, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
105
away
Chemistry
Hot
Houston RocketsRockets
109
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 31 | 23 | 31 | 20 | 105 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 28 | 29 | 31 | 21 | 109 |
After Action Report
The Rockets snuck past the Celtics 109-105. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Rockets came in with something to prove after a loss; the Celtics owned the glass, generating extra possessions.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- 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.