Fri Jan 7, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Utah JazzJazz
117
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Chicago BullsBulls
112
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Utah JazzJazz | 31 | 23 | 30 | 33 | 117 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 29 | 28 | 26 | 29 | 112 |
After Action Report
The Jazz squeaked past the Bulls 117-112. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Jazz's defenders refused to give up clean looks; Bulls' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition. Jazz's rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Bulls · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Bulls · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Bulls · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Bulls · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.