Wed Jan 5, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Atlanta HawksHawks
123
away
Chemistry
Steady
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
121
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 33 | 32 | 30 | 28 | 123 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 23 | 27 | 39 | 32 | 121 |
After Action Report
The Hawks squeaked past the Cavaliers 123-121. The tempo dragged the Cavaliers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Hawks came in with something to prove after a loss; the Hawks pushed the pace until the other side broke.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Cavaliers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Cavaliers · 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.