Wed Feb 23, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
98
away
Chemistry
Steady
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
96
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 20 | 21 | 30 | 27 | 98 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 24 | 27 | 16 | 29 | 96 |
After Action Report
In Cleveland, the Bulls squeaked past the Cavaliers 98-96. The Bulls won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. The Bulls came in with something to prove after a loss; Bulls' defenders refused to give up clean looks. Early returns: the Bulls per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Bulls · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.