Wed Mar 9, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
118
away
Chemistry
Steady
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
86
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 28 | 36 | 27 | 27 | 118 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 23 | 18 | 25 | 20 | 86 |
After Action Report
The Bulls rolled past the Trail Blazers 118-86. The breakneck pace played right into Bulls' hands. The Bulls played with the chip of a recent gutting loss; the Bulls pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Bulls bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Bulls per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Bulls · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Bulls · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.