Mon Jan 24, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
126
away
Chemistry
Steady
Atlanta HawksHawks
117
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 29 | 36 | 32 | 29 | 126 |
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 29 | 25 | 27 | 36 | 117 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Bulls edged the Hawks 126-117. The breakneck pace played right into Bulls' hands. The Bulls carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; the Hawks couldn't shake the cold spell. The Bulls rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Hawks · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Bulls · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.