Sat Jan 8, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
112
away
Chemistry
Elite
Chicago BullsBulls
127
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 24 | 34 | 28 | 26 | 112 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 39 | 35 | 38 | 15 | 127 |
After Action Report
The Bulls handled the Celtics 127-112. The Bulls got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Bulls pushed the pace until the other side broke; second-chance points piled up for the Celtics. The Bulls locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Bulls per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Bulls · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- 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.