Fri Apr 8, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
137
away
Chemistry
Hot
New York KnicksKnicks
119
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 34 | 33 | 34 | 36 | 137 |
| New York KnicksKnicks | 32 | 27 | 35 | 25 | 119 |
After Action Report
The Bulls pulled away from the Knicks 137-119. The Bulls got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Knicks came in with something to prove after a loss; Knicks' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. 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 · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Bulls · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.