Wed Oct 20, 2004 · 7:30 PM
· Preseason
Boston CelticsCeltics
118
away
Chemistry
Hot
Chicago BullsBulls
113
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 30 | 25 | 31 | 32 | 118 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 28 | 24 | 36 | 25 | 113 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Celtics snuck past the Bulls 118-113. Celtics controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Celtics owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Celtics sent shots into the fifth row all night. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Celtics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.