Wed Mar 30, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Atlanta HawksHawks
96
away
Chemistry
Hot
Washington WizardsWizards
70
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 25 | 21 | 20 | 30 | 96 |
| Washington WizardsWizards | 22 | 18 | 11 | 19 | 70 |
After Action Report
The Hawks ran roughshod over the Wizards 96-70. The Wizards couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Hawks. Hawks' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Hawks ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire. The Hawks bench chemistry carried them. Hawks' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. It broke open after the break.
What tipped it
- Wizards · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Wizards · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Hawks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Hawks · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Hawks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.