Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 5
Boston CelticsCeltics
117
away
Chicago BullsBulls
97
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 26 | 29 | 32 | 30 | 117 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 23 | 17 | 35 | 22 | 97 |
After Action Report
The Celtics blew the doors off the Bulls 117-97. Celtics' scorers couldn't be contained. Second-chance points piled up for the Celtics; Celtics' outside barrage was a constant threat. Tonight's Bulls utilization choices clashed with the team identity. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Bulls · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Bulls · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.