Thu Mar 31, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
82
away
Chemistry
Tense
Chicago BullsBulls
96
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 22 | 22 | 19 | 19 | 82 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 27 | 22 | 24 | 23 | 96 |
After Action Report
The Bulls downed the Cavaliers 96-82. Ugly basketball, but the Bulls did just enough. Bulls' shot-blockers turned the paint into a no-fly zone; fresh off a statement win, the Bulls stayed locked in. The Bulls locker room is humming, and it showed. Ugly, but it counts the same in the standings.
What tipped it
- Bulls · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
- Bulls · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Bulls · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.