Wed Mar 9, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
111
away
Chemistry
Hot
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
99
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 30 | 32 | 29 | 20 | 111 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 20 | 27 | 25 | 27 | 99 |
After Action Report
In Portland, the Bulls downed the Trail Blazers 111-99. The better team simply showed up tonight. Bulls' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; Bulls' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Bulls bench chemistry carried them. Tonight's Trail Blazers utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Bulls · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Bulls · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.