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Fri Apr 1, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
137
away
Chemistry Hot
Atlanta HawksHawks
139
home
Chemistry Steady

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 OT FINAL
Boston CelticsCeltics 33 31 31 29 13 137
Atlanta HawksHawks 31 35 35 23 15 139

After Action Report

The Hawks survived the Celtics 139-137 in overtime. The breakneck pace played right into Hawks' hands. The Hawks came in with something to prove after a loss; the Celtics owned the glass, generating extra possessions.

What tipped it

  • Hawks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.