Sat Jan 8, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
121
away
Chemistry
Steady
Chicago BullsBulls
115
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 35 | 27 | 33 | 26 | 121 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 30 | 32 | 28 | 25 | 115 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Celtics fended off the Bulls 121-115. The tempo dragged the Bulls into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Celtics owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Celtics carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one.
What tipped it
- Bulls · 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.
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.