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Sat Jan 8, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
137
away
Chemistry Steady
Chicago BullsBulls
157
home
Chemistry Hot

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Boston CelticsCeltics 34 32 39 32 137
Chicago BullsBulls 39 34 53 31 157

After Action Report

In Chicago, the Bulls ran roughshod over the Celtics 157-137. The breakneck pace played right into Bulls' hands. The Bulls carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Celtics' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim. The Bulls locker room is humming, and it showed. It broke open after the break.

What tipped it

  • 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.
  • Celtics · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • 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.