Wed Jan 19, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
97
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
113
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 23 | 20 | 27 | 27 | 97 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 33 | 29 | 23 | 28 | 113 |
After Action Report
In Boston, the Celtics pulled away from the Bulls 113-97. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Celtics' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; Celtics' shot-blockers turned the paint into a no-fly zone. The Celtics locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Celtics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Celtics · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Bulls · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.