Mon Jan 31, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
127
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
122
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 38 | 25 | 35 | 29 | 127 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 19 | 34 | 35 | 34 | 122 |
After Action Report
The Rockets snuck past the Celtics 127-122. The Rockets got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Rockets' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; Rockets' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes.
What tipped it
- 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.
- Rockets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.