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Wed Jan 19, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
111
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Chemistry Hot
Boston CelticsCeltics
104
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Chemistry Tense

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Chicago BullsBulls 26 31 32 22 111
Boston CelticsCeltics 28 24 23 29 104

After Action Report

In Boston, the Bulls edged the Celtics 111-104. Bulls torched the Celtics on the offensive end. Bulls' outside barrage was a constant threat; fresh off a statement win, the Celtics stayed locked in. The Bulls bench chemistry carried them. Bulls' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.

What tipped it

  • Celtics · 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.