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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.