Mon Jan 31, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
106
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
109
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 23 | 28 | 26 | 29 | 106 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 24 | 29 | 30 | 26 | 109 |
After Action Report
The Celtics squeaked past the Rockets 109-106. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Celtics came in with something to prove after a loss; the Celtics bent the defense out of shape from deep.
What tipped it
- Celtics · 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.