Wed Feb 16, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Atlanta HawksHawks
109
away
Chemistry
Steady
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
95
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 24 | 31 | 24 | 30 | 109 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 26 | 30 | 11 | 28 | 95 |
After Action Report
In Cleveland, the Hawks handled the Cavaliers 109-95. The better team simply showed up tonight. The Hawks owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Cavaliers carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one. Early returns: the Hawks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Hawks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.