Sat Jan 8, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
86
away
Chemistry
Tense
Chicago BullsBulls
106
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 18 | 25 | 24 | 19 | 86 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 20 | 29 | 26 | 31 | 106 |
After Action Report
The Bulls buried the Celtics 106-86. The Celtics couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Bulls. The Bulls answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Bulls' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Bulls locker room is humming, and it showed. Bulls' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. It broke open after the break.
What tipped it
- Bulls · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Bulls · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- 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.