Wed Jan 19, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
121
away
Chemistry
Tense
Boston CelticsCeltics
129
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 35 | 31 | 30 | 25 | 121 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 36 | 30 | 33 | 30 | 129 |
After Action Report
The Celtics outlasted the Bulls 129-121. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Celtics cashed in. The Celtics carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; you could feel the revenge motivation from the Bulls. The Celtics locker room is humming, and it showed.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Bulls · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.