Wed Feb 23, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
139
away
Chemistry
Elite
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
112
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 33 | 32 | 36 | 38 | 139 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 37 | 29 | 23 | 23 | 112 |
After Action Report
In Cleveland, the Bulls rolled past the Cavaliers 139-112. The tempo dragged the Cavaliers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Bulls owned the glass, generating extra possessions; 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. It broke open after the break.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Cavaliers · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- 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.