Sat Jan 29, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
101
away
Chemistry
Tense
Chicago BullsBulls
109
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 23 | 22 | 30 | 26 | 101 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 31 | 23 | 26 | 29 | 109 |
After Action Report
The Bulls edged the Celtics 109-101. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Bulls played with the chip of a recent gutting loss; Bulls' defenders refused to give up clean looks. Early returns: the Bulls per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Bulls · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Celtics · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.