Sat Jan 22, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
120
away
Chemistry
Hot
Atlanta HawksHawks
85
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 29 | 28 | 34 | 29 | 120 |
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 19 | 17 | 26 | 23 | 85 |
After Action Report
In Atlanta, the Celtics shocked the Hawks 120-85. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Celtics cashed in. The Hawks came in with something to prove after a loss; the Hawks bent the defense out of shape from deep. Early returns: the Celtics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. An upset for the books.
What tipped it
- Hawks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Hawks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.