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Fri Mar 18, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
122
away
Chemistry Hot
Houston RocketsRockets
129
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Chemistry Hot

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 OT FINAL
Boston CelticsCeltics 29 25 31 28 9 122
Houston RocketsRockets 25 32 34 22 16 129

After Action Report

The Rockets edged the Celtics 129-122 in overtime. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Rockets cashed in. The Rockets answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Rockets' old heads steadied the ship in the swings. The Rockets locker room is humming, and it showed.

What tipped it

  • Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
  • Celtics · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.