THE FACTS: The Boston Celtics fought off a frantic late charge and held on for 88-80 victory over the new-look Miami Heat. Ray Allen led the way for Boston, scoring 20 points, while Paul Pierce returned from back spasms in the second half to score 11 of his 19 points in the final frame. LeBron James scored 31 points in his Heat debut.Houston Rockets vs Golden State Warriors Live
QUOTABLE: "I thought he was out, even when he came back out [from the locker room]. That was huge. I dont know if we win if he doesnt come back."
-- Doc Rivers on Paul Pierce returning to the game in the fourth quarter, after receiving treatment for back spasms in the locker room Houston Rockets
THE STAT: Miami free agent pickup Chris Bosh was a virtual non-factor offensively in the second half, scoring just four points on three shots in 18 minutes of action.Houston Rockets vs Golden State Warriors Live
THE TURNING POINT: Houston Rockets Spurred on by chants of "Overrated" from the Boston crowd, the Heat went on a 10-0 run in the final four minutes of the game to close the deficit to three points with one minute remaining. Allen put an end to the threat however, hitting a crucial three with 47 seconds left to give the Celtics enough of a cushion to hold on for the win Houston Rockets vs Golden State Warriors Live
