Sun Feb 13, 2005 · 3:30 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
117
away
Chemistry
Hot
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
97
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 25 | 34 | 29 | 29 | 117 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 27 | 24 | 26 | 20 | 97 |
After Action Report
The Bulls rolled past the Timberwolves 117-97. The breakneck pace played right into Bulls' hands. The Bulls answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; the Timberwolves owned the glass, generating extra possessions. The Bulls bench chemistry carried them. It broke open after the break.
What tipped it
- Timberwolves · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Bulls · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Bulls · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.