Mon Jan 31, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
99
away
Chemistry
Cold
Boston CelticsCeltics
129
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 28 | 26 | 22 | 23 | 99 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 31 | 37 | 27 | 34 | 129 |
After Action Report
The Celtics demolished the Rockets 129-99. The Celtics got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Celtics owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Celtics came in with something to prove after a loss. The Celtics locker room is humming, and it showed. Tonight's Rockets utilization choices clashed with the team identity. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.