The Boston Celtics defeated the Chicago Bulls, 121 to 109, in Game 1 of the 1981 Eastern Conference Semifinals on April 5, 1981.

The Boston Celtics defeated the Chicago Bulls, 121 to 109, in Game 1 of the 1981 Eastern Conference Semifinals on April 5, 1981.
Bulls
Celtics
FG Made - Attempted
43-94
49-89
Field Goal %
45.7
55.1
3PT Made - Attempted
0-4
1-3
3PT %
0.0
33.3
FT Made - Attempted
23-28
22-27
Free Throw %
82.1
81.5
Rebounds
46
37
Offensive Rebounds
Defensive Rebounds
Assists
19
22
Steals
7
9
Blocks
2
10
Turnovers
15
13
Personal Fouls
22
24