Sat Jan 8, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
100
away
Chemistry
Tense
Chicago BullsBulls
96
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 27 | 24 | 20 | 29 | 100 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 25 | 21 | 22 | 28 | 96 |
After Action Report
The Celtics squeaked past the Bulls 100-96. The better team simply showed up tonight. Shots just aren't falling for the Celtics lately; Celtics' defenders refused to give up clean looks.
What tipped it
- 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.
- Celtics · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.