Fri Dec 10, 2004 · 9:00 PM
Atlanta HawksHawks
128
away
Chemistry
Elite
Detroit PistonsPistons
114
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 33 | 33 | 30 | 32 | 128 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 29 | 27 | 24 | 34 | 114 |
After Action Report
The Hawks downed the Pistons 128-114. Hawks' starting five clicked while the Pistons looked disjointed. The Hawks came in with something to prove after a loss; the Hawks pushed the pace until the other side broke. Hawks' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Hawks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.