Tue Feb 8, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
129
away
Chemistry
Elite
Dallas MavericksMavs
97
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 27 | 36 | 37 | 29 | 129 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 31 | 20 | 21 | 25 | 97 |
After Action Report
The Bulls rolled past the Mavericks 129-97. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Bulls cashed in. Second-chance points piled up for the Bulls; the Bulls ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire. The Bulls bench chemistry carried them. The Bulls rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Mavericks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- 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.