Against the Chicago Bulls, a familiar narrative returned to the forefront: physicality. Despite the Celtics starting the game hot, jumping out to a 9-0 start, and dominating the opening exchanges of the first quarter, the Chicago Bulls stood firm before making some adjustments that would ultimately win them the game.
The primary adjustment from Chicago’s side was to pack the paint and use their length to disrupt the Celtics’ offensive drives. The Bulls’ aren’t just long; they’re a physically imposing roster, boasting numerous high-level athletes and some big bruising bodies to boot.
“They impacted us on our drives.