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Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 5
Washington WizardsWizards
123
away
Chicago BullsBulls
118
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington WizardsWizards | 30 | 31 | 33 | 29 | 123 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 29 | 33 | 28 | 28 | 118 |
After Action Report
The Wizards squeaked past the Bulls 123-118. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Wizards cashed in. Second-chance points piled up for the Wizards; the Wizards carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one. Early returns: the Wizards per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Bulls · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Bulls · 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.
- Wizards · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Wizards · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.