Sat Jan 8, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
127
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Chemistry
Hot
Chicago BullsBulls
134
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 44 | 28 | 26 | 29 | 127 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 35 | 25 | 31 | 43 | 134 |
After Action Report
In Chicago, the Bulls edged the Celtics 134-127. Bulls controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Bulls' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; fresh off a statement win, the Bulls stayed locked in. The Bulls locker room is humming, and it showed.
What tipped it
- Bulls · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- 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 · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- 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.