Wed Feb 23, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
119
away
Chemistry
Hot
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
110
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 33 | 31 | 28 | 27 | 119 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 30 | 25 | 27 | 28 | 110 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Bulls edged the Cavaliers 119-110. The tempo dragged the Cavaliers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Bulls owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Cavaliers couldn't shake the cold spell. The Bulls bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Bulls · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Bulls · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.