Fri Oct 22, 2004 · 7:30 PM
· Preseason
Chicago BullsBulls
121
away
Chemistry
Elite
Houston RocketsRockets
105
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 24 | 36 | 26 | 35 | 121 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 24 | 27 | 30 | 24 | 105 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Bulls outlasted the Rockets 121-105. The breakneck pace played right into Bulls' hands. Bulls' stars took over and bent the game to their will; Bulls' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Bulls bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Bulls per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Bulls · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- Bulls · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.