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Mon Jan 17, 2005 · 2:00 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
121
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Chemistry Hot
New York KnicksKnicks
109
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Chemistry Tense

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Chicago BullsBulls 11 36 34 40 121
New York KnicksKnicks 27 24 27 31 109

After Action Report

In New York, the Bulls handled the Knicks 121-109. The tempo dragged the Knicks into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Bulls' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; second-chance points piled up for the Bulls. The Bulls bench chemistry carried them.

What tipped it

  • Bulls · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • Bulls · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • 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.