Wed Jan 19, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
114
away
Chemistry
Hot
Boston CelticsCeltics
111
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 34 | 28 | 30 | 22 | 114 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 25 | 29 | 27 | 30 | 111 |
After Action Report
In Boston, the Bulls squeaked past the Celtics 114-111. The breakneck pace played right into Bulls' hands. The Bulls owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Bulls carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one. The Bulls bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Bulls per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- 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.