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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.