Sat Jan 29, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
115
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Chemistry
Hot
Chicago BullsBulls
104
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 31 | 29 | 29 | 26 | 115 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 27 | 32 | 21 | 24 | 104 |
After Action Report
The Celtics took care of the Bulls 115-104. Celtics controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Celtics' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; Bulls' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Celtics' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
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.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.