Wed Jan 19, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Atlanta HawksHawks
115
away
Chemistry
Tense
Miami HeatHeat
126
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 27 | 34 | 29 | 25 | 115 |
| Miami HeatHeat | 24 | 32 | 42 | 28 | 126 |
After Action Report
The Heat outlasted the Hawks 126-115. The breakneck pace played right into Heat's hands. Heat's Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; the Hawks owned the glass, generating extra possessions. Early returns: the Heat per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Hawks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Hawks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.