Sat Jan 29, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
108
away
Chemistry
Hot
Chicago BullsBulls
104
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 27 | 22 | 33 | 26 | 108 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 26 | 25 | 27 | 26 | 104 |
After Action Report
The Celtics squeaked past the Bulls 108-104. Celtics' positional fit overwhelmed the Bulls rotation. The Celtics carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; Celtics' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Celtics' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- 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.
- Celtics · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.