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Sat Jan 22, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
103
away
Chemistry Hot
Atlanta HawksHawks
112
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Chemistry Hot

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Boston CelticsCeltics 29 28 25 21 103
Atlanta HawksHawks 29 31 20 32 112

After Action Report

The Hawks held off the Celtics 112-103. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Hawks' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; Celtics' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition. Early returns: the Hawks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.

What tipped it

  • Hawks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • Celtics · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • Celtics · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
  • Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.