Sat Jan 22, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
117
away
Chemistry
Steady
Detroit PistonsPistons
115
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 29 | 30 | 35 | 23 | 117 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 37 | 31 | 20 | 27 | 115 |
After Action Report
In Detroit, the Bulls survived the Pistons 117-115. The breakneck pace played right into Bulls' hands. Bulls' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; Bulls' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Bulls bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Bulls · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Bulls · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.