Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Wed Feb 23, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
144
away
Chemistry
Hot
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
94
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 30 | 38 | 41 | 35 | 144 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 19 | 25 | 20 | 30 | 94 |
After Action Report
The Bulls ran roughshod over the Cavaliers 144-94. Bulls torched the Cavaliers on the offensive end. Second-chance points piled up for the Bulls; the Bulls carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one. The Bulls bench chemistry carried them. Tonight's Cavaliers utilization choices clashed with the team identity. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Cavaliers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- 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.