Wed Feb 23, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
120
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Chemistry
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Cleveland CavaliersCavs
117
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 32 | 35 | 23 | 30 | 120 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 33 | 28 | 32 | 24 | 117 |
After Action Report
In Cleveland, the Bulls survived the Cavaliers 120-117. Bulls torched the Cavaliers on the offensive end. Second-chance points piled up for the Bulls; the Bulls carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one. The Bulls bench chemistry carried them. The Bulls rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Bulls · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- 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.