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Wed Feb 9, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
111
away
Chemistry Steady
Houston RocketsRockets
92
home
Chemistry Cold

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Chicago BullsBulls 26 22 26 37 111
Houston RocketsRockets 24 32 17 19 92

After Action Report

The Bulls pulled away from the Rockets 111-92. Every possession went the Bulls way. Bulls' shot-blockers turned the paint into a no-fly zone; the Bulls ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire. The Bulls bench chemistry carried them.

What tipped it

  • Rockets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
  • Rockets · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
  • Bulls · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
  • Bulls · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
  • Bulls · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.