Fri Mar 18, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
118
away
Chemistry
Tense
Houston RocketsRockets
125
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 31 | 28 | 33 | 26 | 118 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 37 | 36 | 25 | 27 | 125 |
After Action Report
The Rockets edged the Celtics 125-118. The tempo dragged the Celtics into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Rockets ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; Rockets' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Rockets locker room is humming, and it showed.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.