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Fri Mar 25, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
123
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Chemistry Hot
Boston CelticsCeltics
118
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Chemistry Hot

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Chicago BullsBulls 30 32 25 36 123
Boston CelticsCeltics 28 36 27 27 118

After Action Report

The Bulls survived the Celtics 123-118. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Bulls cashed in. The Bulls owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Bulls came in with something to prove after a loss.

What tipped it

  • Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • 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.
  • Bulls · 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.