Mon Jan 31, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
103
away
Chemistry
Tense
Boston CelticsCeltics
116
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 29 | 18 | 32 | 24 | 103 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 31 | 34 | 27 | 24 | 116 |
After Action Report
The Celtics pulled away from the Rockets 116-103. The Celtics got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Celtics' outside barrage was a constant threat; second-chance points piled up for the Rockets.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Rockets · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.