Sat Jan 8, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
104
away
Chemistry
Cold
Chicago BullsBulls
114
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 21 | 30 | 25 | 28 | 104 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 23 | 32 | 29 | 30 | 114 |
After Action Report
The Bulls pulled away from the Celtics 114-104. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Bulls cashed in. The Bulls played with the chip of a recent gutting loss; Bulls' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Bulls rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Bulls · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Celtics · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.