Fri Mar 25, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
101
away
Chemistry
Cold
Boston CelticsCeltics
115
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 21 | 25 | 22 | 33 | 101 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 31 | 29 | 21 | 34 | 115 |
After Action Report
In Boston, the Celtics outlasted the Bulls 115-101. The better team simply showed up tonight. Celtics' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Celtics came in with something to prove after a loss. The Celtics locker room is humming, and it showed. Tonight's Bulls utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Celtics · 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.
- Bulls · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.