Thu Mar 31, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
122
away
Chemistry
Tense
Chicago BullsBulls
125
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 29 | 29 | 37 | 27 | 122 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 27 | 30 | 38 | 30 | 125 |
After Action Report
The Bulls survived the Cavaliers 125-122. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Bulls cashed in. The Bulls carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; the Cavaliers owned the glass, generating extra possessions. The Bulls locker room is humming, and it showed. Bulls' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Bulls · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Bulls · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Cavaliers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Cavaliers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.