Sat Jan 29, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
141
away
Chemistry
Steady
Chicago BullsBulls
117
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 36 | 38 | 36 | 31 | 141 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 34 | 36 | 27 | 20 | 117 |
After Action Report
The Celtics rolled past the Bulls 141-117. The tempo dragged the Bulls into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Celtics answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; the Celtics pushed the pace until the other side broke. Celtics' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. One bad quarter was all it took to crack this one open.
What tipped it
- Bulls · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- 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 · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.