Tue Feb 22, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Miami HeatHeat
99
away
Chemistry
Steady
Chicago BullsBulls
109
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami HeatHeat | 25 | 26 | 25 | 23 | 99 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 24 | 25 | 25 | 35 | 109 |
After Action Report
In Chicago, the Bulls took care of the Heat 109-99. The tempo dragged the Heat into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Bulls answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Bulls' defenders refused to give up clean looks.
What tipped it
- Bulls · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Bulls · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Heat · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Heat · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.