The 10-11 Bulls have developed a stronger camaraderie with one another this season. Chicago has used that trust to help fuel comebacks.

"I love the team this year," said Luol Deng. "We have great teammates and coaches. All we're thinking about is winning, playing together. I really believe we have something special here.

"We practice so hard. Since I've been in the NBA, I haven't been on a team that practices so hard. That's what prepares you for nights like (Wednesday's). We prepare. And we have a great group of guys who care."