Mon Jan 31, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
114
away
Chemistry
Tense
Boston CelticsCeltics
120
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 31 | 16 | 35 | 32 | 114 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 28 | 38 | 16 | 38 | 120 |
After Action Report
The Celtics fended off the Rockets 120-114. The breakneck pace played right into Celtics' hands. The Celtics couldn't shake the cold spell; the Celtics pushed the pace until the other side broke. Early returns: the Celtics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.