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.