April 27, 2009 (Part 2); Bulls tie with Celtics in 2OT

Paul Pierce wasn't able to save the Celtics this time.

The Celtics, continuing to worry due to KG and Leon Powe's injuries and death threats to guard Tony Allen, lost to the Chicago Bulls in double overtime, 121-118, to tie the series at 2 a piece.

For me personally, I believe that when Derrick Rose pours in 20 points or more, it would be a major factor for a Bulls win. And so it is. The Rookie of the Year finished just one assist shy of a triple-double, having 23 points, 11 rebounds and 9 assists. Ben Gordon was side by side with him, adding 22 points. Everybody else, except for Lindsey Hunter, who just played for 15 seconds, finished in double figures.

John Salmons had 20, Kirk Hinrich had 18, Tyrus Thomas had 14, Joakim Noah had 12 and Brad Miller had 10.

The Celtics on the other hand, were led by Pierce's 29 points. Ray Allen poured in 28, while Rajon Rondo had 25.

The series will shift back to Boston for Game 5 on Wednesday at 7:00 AM.

Game 4
Boston 118
Chicago 121
Final/2OT
United Center, Chicago, Illinois
BOS: Paul Pierce- 29 pts, 7 rebs, 1 asst, 2 stls.
CHI: Derrick Rose- 23 pts, 11 rebs, 9 assts.
Series tied 2-2
Game 5 on Wednesday, April 29 at 7:00 AM from the TD Banknorth Garden in Boston.

Part 3 will be coming up.

The Wizard was here... :)