Wed Feb 23, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
121
away
Chemistry
Hot
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
117
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 25 | 31 | 30 | 35 | 121 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 36 | 27 | 34 | 20 | 117 |
After Action Report
In Cleveland, the Bulls squeaked past the Cavaliers 121-117. The Bulls got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Bulls played with the chip of a recent gutting loss; the Bulls bent the defense out of shape from deep. The Bulls bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Cavaliers · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Bulls · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Bulls · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.