Wed Feb 23, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
115
away
Chemistry
Cold
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
128
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 25 | 30 | 23 | 37 | 115 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 36 | 29 | 33 | 30 | 128 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Cavaliers handled the Bulls 128-115. Cavaliers controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Cavaliers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; the Cavaliers pushed the pace until the other side broke. Cavaliers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Bulls · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Bulls · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.