Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Wed Feb 9, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
109
away
Chemistry
Hot
Houston RocketsRockets
89
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 33 | 24 | 28 | 24 | 109 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 17 | 27 | 20 | 25 | 89 |
After Action Report
The Bulls demolished the Rockets 109-89. The better team simply showed up tonight. The Bulls answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; the Rockets owned the glass, generating extra possessions. The Bulls bench chemistry carried them. Tonight's Rockets utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Rockets · 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.