Wed Apr 20, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
120
away
Chemistry
Cold
Indiana PacersPacers
117
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 27 | 33 | 29 | 31 | 120 |
| Indiana PacersPacers | 30 | 35 | 28 | 24 | 117 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Bulls snuck past the Pacers 120-117. The breakneck pace played right into Bulls' hands. Second-chance points piled up for the Bulls; shots just aren't falling for the Bulls lately. Bulls' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Pacers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Pacers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Pacers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Pacers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Bulls · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Bulls · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Bulls · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.