Mon Jan 17, 2005 · 2:00 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
102
away
Chemistry
Steady
New York KnicksKnicks
96
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 29 | 15 | 28 | 30 | 102 |
| New York KnicksKnicks | 19 | 24 | 28 | 25 | 96 |
After Action Report
The Bulls edged the Knicks 102-96. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Bulls answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Knicks' shot-blockers turned the paint into a no-fly zone. The Bulls bench chemistry carried them. The Bulls rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Knicks · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
- Knicks · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Knicks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- 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.