Sat Jan 29, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
128
away
Chemistry
Elite
Chicago BullsBulls
104
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 35 | 30 | 32 | 31 | 128 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 29 | 25 | 26 | 24 | 104 |
After Action Report
The Celtics ran roughshod over the Bulls 128-104. The tempo dragged the Bulls into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Second-chance points piled up for the Celtics; Celtics' stars took over and bent the game to their will. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Celtics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Never a doubt in this one.
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.
- 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 · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.