Tue Feb 8, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
131
away
Chemistry
Hot
Dallas MavericksMavs
123
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 35 | 32 | 33 | 31 | 131 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 36 | 32 | 28 | 27 | 123 |
After Action Report
The Bulls fended off the Mavericks 131-123. The Mavericks had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Fresh off a statement win, the Mavericks stayed locked in. The Bulls bench chemistry carried them. Bulls' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · 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.