Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Sat Jan 22, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
122
away
Chemistry
Steady
Detroit PistonsPistons
134
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Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 27 | 28 | 35 | 32 | 122 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 34 | 31 | 34 | 35 | 134 |
After Action Report
The Pistons upended the Bulls 134-122. The Bulls had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Pistons answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; the Bulls carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one. Early returns: the Pistons per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Add it to the list of nights the favorite forgot to show up.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Bulls · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Bulls · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.