Fri Mar 18, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
117
away
Chemistry
Steady
Houston RocketsRockets
116
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 32 | 33 | 27 | 25 | 117 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 29 | 30 | 32 | 25 | 116 |
After Action Report
The Celtics snuck past the Rockets 117-116. The tempo dragged the Rockets into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Celtics' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; second-chance points piled up for the Rockets. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Celtics · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.