2017 NBA Playoffs: Chicago Bulls at Boston Celtics, Game 2 Outlook

Apr 16, 2017; Boston, MA, USA; Chicago Bulls guard Dwyane Wade (3) passes the ball off past Boston Celtics center Al Horford (42) during the second quarter in game one of the first round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports /

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The Chicago Bulls powered through to rip home-court advantage away from the Boston Celtics in Game 1 of the series. What needs to continue in order for them to keep up the momentum?

Well, well, well, it seems we’re in for a very interesting series. This is a surprise.

After taking control of Game 1 in TD Garden for a 1-0 series lead behind Jimmy Butler‘s 30 points, the eighth-seeded Chicago Bulls are looking to shock the world.

Or at least that’s what it seemed like on Sunday night.

Even Bobby Portis showed up playing like a different animal, but the same beast.

With boos from the Boston crowd reigning down on Dwyane Wade and Rajon Rondo, the playoff-experienced tandem put up an impactful performance. Though they weren’t necessarily great on the stat sheet, the two did just enough to complement Butler into getting it going in the second half.

What did the Bulls do right and what needs to continue to ensure a Game 2 victory on Tuesday night in Boston?

First up: rebounding.

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