Wed Feb 23, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
122
away
Chemistry
Elite
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
112
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 35 | 35 | 28 | 24 | 122 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 35 | 31 | 18 | 28 | 112 |
After Action Report
The Bulls outlasted the Cavaliers 122-112. The Bulls got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Second-chance points piled up for the Bulls; the Bulls came in with something to prove after a loss. The Bulls bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Bulls per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Cavaliers · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Bulls · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- 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.