Sat Mar 26, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Indiana PacersPacers
86
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Chemistry
Steady
Chicago BullsBulls
131
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Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana PacersPacers | 16 | 12 | 29 | 29 | 86 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 29 | 39 | 30 | 33 | 131 |
After Action Report
In Chicago, the Bulls ran roughshod over the Pacers 131-86. The Bulls got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Bulls carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; the Bulls pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Bulls locker room is humming, and it showed. Bulls' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Bulls · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Bulls · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Pacers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.