Phil Long/AP
CLEVELAND — The phones came out instantly as the Bulls began filing into the visitors’ locker room Wednesday at Madison Square Garden.
They weren’t checking text messages, either.
‘‘Did the Cavs win?’’ guard Zach LaVine asked, minutes after the Bulls beat the Knicks.
There was excitement with each ‘‘yes’’ thrown his way.
That meant the Cavaliers still were chasing perfection in this young NBA season. It also meant the Bulls would have a chance to derail them.
Be careful what you wish for.