Sun Dec 26, 2004 · 7:00 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
96
away
Chemistry
Cold
Milwaukee BucksBucks
106
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 28 | 23 | 21 | 24 | 96 |
| Milwaukee BucksBucks | 24 | 23 | 20 | 39 | 106 |
After Action Report
The Bucks handled the Bulls 106-96. The Bucks won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. The Bucks came in with something to prove after a loss; second-chance points piled up for the Bulls. The Bulls looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. Early returns: the Bucks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Bucks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Bulls · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Bulls · Crashing An 8+ game losing skid — heads are down, both ends suffer.
- Bulls · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.