Wed Feb 23, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
117
away
Chemistry
Steady
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
102
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 28 | 34 | 29 | 26 | 117 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 27 | 31 | 23 | 21 | 102 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Bulls handled the Cavaliers 117-102. The tempo dragged the Cavaliers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Bulls' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; the Cavaliers came in with something to prove after a loss. The Bulls bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Bulls per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Cavaliers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Bulls · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.