Sat Jan 29, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
106
away
Chemistry
Tense
Chicago BullsBulls
95
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 27 | 27 | 33 | 19 | 106 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 27 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 95 |
After Action Report
The Celtics shocked the Bulls 106-95. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Celtics came in with something to prove after a loss; Celtics' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Celtics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. On paper this one shouldn't have been close — basketball had other ideas.
What tipped it
- Bulls · 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.