Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Sat Jan 8, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
130
away
Chemistry
Elite
Chicago BullsBulls
128
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 32 | 28 | 32 | 24 | 14 | 130 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 39 | 23 | 26 | 28 | 12 | 128 |
After Action Report
In Chicago, the Celtics squeaked past the Bulls 130-128 in overtime. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Celtics cashed in. The Celtics carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; Celtics' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Celtics' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- 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.