Sixers Bulls Game 2 Preview

The Sixers got spanked around in game 1 Saturday, losing by a final of 103-91.  But with the injury of Derrick Rose, this series is now completely different and the Sixers now have a legitimiate shot at winning.  Here is what they need to do to win tonight.

Don't Expect To Lose
In game 1 it almost seemed like the Sixers were fine with losing.  In other words, they seemed satisfied when they could cut the lead to a few points. They didn't really try to take the lead and they just kind of coasted when the game was close.  The Sixers need to be more aggressive tonight and play to win.

Tighten Up On Defense
Part of the reason the Bulls are such a good team is because they play great team defense.  The Sixers need to return to their defensive roots and focus on creating turnovers and scoring in transition.

Attack The Basket
The Sixers settled for too many jump shots in game 1.  Instead of attacking the basket they simply sat back and forced tough shots.  The Sixers, specifically Andre Iguodala and Evan Turner, need to drive to the basket and generate more high percentage shots.

Rebounding
The Sixers are a much bigger team than the Bulls and they need to win the battle on the boards in game 2.  Lavoy Allen, Spencer Hawes, and Nick Vucevic need to body up focus on out rebounding the Bulls.

Focus On Split
The Sixers can't look ahead to any more games in this series.  Just focus on winning tonight and bringing this series back to Philadelphia a 1-1 split.

The Sixers need to play with a lot more intensity tonight.  They can't come out flat and be satisfied with just keeping the game close.  Come out with intensity and play to win.