Sat Apr 9, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
78
away
Chemistry
Cold
Chicago BullsBulls
131
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 16 | 26 | 22 | 14 | 78 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 32 | 33 | 37 | 29 | 131 |
After Action Report
In Chicago, the Bulls ran roughshod over the Raptors 131-78. Bulls' offense had its way with the Raptors. The Bulls owned the glass, generating extra possessions; you could feel the revenge motivation from the Bulls. The Bulls locker room is humming, and it showed. Tonight's Raptors utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Bulls · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Bulls · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Bulls · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Raptors · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Raptors · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.