Mon Jan 17, 2005 · 2:00 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
119
away
Chemistry
Elite
New York KnicksKnicks
117
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 28 | 32 | 27 | 32 | 119 |
| New York KnicksKnicks | 26 | 27 | 40 | 24 | 117 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Bulls snuck past the Knicks 119-117. The tempo dragged the Knicks into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Bulls owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Bulls carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one. The Bulls bench chemistry carried them. Bulls' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Knicks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Knicks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Knicks · 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 · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Bulls · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.