Nets (
OF-Guarav) are the champions!
Wed Jan 19, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
80
away
Chemistry
Tense
Boston CelticsCeltics
109
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 15 | 21 | 24 | 20 | 80 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 19 | 39 | 27 | 24 | 109 |
After Action Report
The Celtics ran roughshod over the Bulls 109-80. The Celtics won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. The Celtics ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; Celtics' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Celtics locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Celtics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. It was over by halftime.
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 · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Bulls · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.