Tue Apr 19, 2005 · 7:30 PM
New York KnicksKnicks
88
away
Chemistry
Steady
Chicago BullsBulls
96
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York KnicksKnicks | 26 | 15 | 28 | 19 | 88 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 25 | 22 | 24 | 25 | 96 |
After Action Report
In Chicago, the Bulls outlasted the Knicks 96-88. The Knicks couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Bulls. The Bulls answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Knicks' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Bulls locker room is humming, and it showed. Survive-and-advance type win.
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.