Wanderers have not conceded in their last three matches in League Two against Southend United, Scunthorpe United and yesterday against Barrow.
The form of central defenders Alex Baptiste and Ricardo Almeida Santos has been very high during the club's unbeaten run, while the introduction of MJ Williams to central midfield has given the Trotters some bite in the middle of the park.
Shaun Miller's late goal yesterday against Evatt's former club Barrow lifted Bolton into the play-off positions after their fifth win in a row.
As well as the recent quality displayed by certain individuals, Evatt believes controlling the game with possession has helped to reduce the potency of opposing teams.
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