Tue Feb 1, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
123
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Chemistry
Hot
New Jersey NetsNets
114
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Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 33 | 31 | 27 | 32 | 123 |
| New Jersey NetsNets | 28 | 28 | 33 | 25 | 114 |
After Action Report
The Bulls outlasted the Nets 123-114. The breakneck pace played right into Bulls' hands. The Bulls owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Bulls steamroller is in full effect right now. The Bulls bench chemistry carried them. Bulls' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Nets · 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 · Buzzsaw An 8+ game winning streak — they cannot be stopped (until the league catches up).
- Bulls · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.