Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Wed Mar 9, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
116
away
Chemistry
Steady
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
91
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Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 28 | 22 | 34 | 32 | 116 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 27 | 18 | 23 | 23 | 91 |
After Action Report
In Portland, the Bulls demolished the Trail Blazers 116-91. Bulls' scorers couldn't be contained. Bulls' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Bulls carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one. The Bulls bench chemistry carried them. It broke open after the break.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Crashing An 8+ game losing skid — heads are down, both ends suffer.
- Trail Blazers · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Bulls · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- 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.