Wed Jan 19, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
125
away
Chemistry
Hot
Boston CelticsCeltics
115
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 33 | 36 | 31 | 25 | 125 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 28 | 26 | 33 | 28 | 115 |
After Action Report
The Bulls outlasted the Celtics 125-115. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Bulls cashed in. Second-chance points piled up for the Bulls; the Bulls came in with something to prove after a loss. The Bulls bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Bulls per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- 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.