Mon Jan 17, 2005 · 2:00 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
117
away
Chemistry
Elite
New York KnicksKnicks
111
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 30 | 28 | 28 | 31 | 117 |
| New York KnicksKnicks | 27 | 27 | 25 | 32 | 111 |
After Action Report
The Bulls edged the Knicks 117-111. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Bulls cashed in. The Bulls owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Bulls carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one. The Bulls bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Bulls per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Knicks · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Knicks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Bulls · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Bulls · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Bulls · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.