Wed Jan 19, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
124
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
116
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 35 | 28 | 31 | 30 | 124 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 31 | 34 | 27 | 24 | 116 |
After Action Report
In Boston, the Bulls held off the Celtics 124-116. The Celtics had no answer for the variance gods tonight. You could feel the revenge motivation from the Bulls; the Bulls bent the defense out of shape from deep. Early returns: the Bulls per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Celtics · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Bulls · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.