Wed Jan 19, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
98
away
Chemistry
Hot
Boston CelticsCeltics
95
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 20 | 24 | 19 | 35 | 98 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 21 | 26 | 26 | 22 | 95 |
After Action Report
In Boston, the Bulls survived the Celtics 98-95. The Bulls won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. The Bulls answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Celtics' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition. The Bulls bench chemistry carried them. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Celtics · 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.
- Bulls · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.