Chicago Bulls: What To Watch For In Playoff Series Vs. Celtics

Bulls Must Control The Glass And Limit Turnovers

Whether it’s the regular season or the playoffs, controlling the glass and limiting turnovers can be key factors in any matchup. But no two factors stood out more so than these in the four meetings between these two ball clubs.

In the Bulls’ two victories, they were a +39 on the glass. Along with that, they enjoyed a 40-9 advantage in second chance points.

Conversely, in their two losses, the Bulls out-rebounded the Celtics by a slim 90-89 margin, with the second chance points being even.

As far as taking care of the basketball, in their wins against the Celtics, the Bulls committed just 20 turnovers that led to 24 points. Meanwhile, in Chicago’s two losses, the Celtics forced 38 turnovers that resulted in 46 points.

That being said, it is crucial for the Bulls to win out in these areas if they want to give themselves an outside shot at knocking off the beasts of the East.

If they don’t, the series will more than likely end in four or five games.