Tue Apr 19, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
113
away
Chemistry
Tense
Atlanta HawksHawks
119
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 27 | 31 | 29 | 26 | 113 |
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 29 | 28 | 33 | 29 | 119 |
After Action Report
In Atlanta, the Hawks held off the Pistons 119-113. Hawks controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Hawks owned the glass, generating extra possessions; you could feel the revenge motivation from the Hawks. Early returns: the Hawks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Hawks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Hawks · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.