Mon Jan 31, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
99
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
106
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 16 | 29 | 27 | 27 | 99 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 29 | 27 | 25 | 25 | 106 |
After Action Report
The Celtics knocked off the Rockets 106-99. The Celtics won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. The Rockets pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Celtics locker room is humming, and it showed. Celtics' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Add it to the list of nights the favorite forgot to show up.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.