Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 3
Chicago BullsBulls
127
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Boston CelticsCeltics
128
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 29 | 32 | 33 | 33 | 127 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 30 | 27 | 35 | 36 | 128 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Celtics squeaked past the Bulls 128-127. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Celtics cashed in. Second-chance points piled up for the Celtics; Celtics' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Bulls · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.