Mon Jan 31, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
104
away
Chemistry
Cold
Boston CelticsCeltics
123
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 26 | 27 | 27 | 24 | 104 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 28 | 33 | 22 | 40 | 123 |
After Action Report
The Celtics downed the Rockets 123-104. Celtics' offense had its way with the Rockets. The Rockets came in with something to prove after a loss; the Rockets pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Celtics locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Celtics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.