Wed Dec 22, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
124
away
Chemistry
Steady
Detroit PistonsPistons
123
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 29 | 34 | 29 | 21 | 11 | 124 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 31 | 26 | 23 | 33 | 10 | 123 |
After Action Report
In Detroit, the Bulls survived the Pistons 124-123 in overtime. The Bulls got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Bulls couldn't shake the cold spell; Bulls' old heads steadied the ship in the swings. Early returns: the Bulls per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Pistons · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Bulls · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.