Tue Feb 22, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Atlanta HawksHawks
104
away
Chemistry
Cold
Sacramento KingsKings
120
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 29 | 29 | 25 | 21 | 104 |
| Sacramento KingsKings | 28 | 28 | 34 | 30 | 120 |
After Action Report
The Kings downed the Hawks 120-104. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Kings cashed in. The Kings answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Hawks' balanced five covered every spot on the floor. Early returns: the Kings per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Kings · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Kings · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Hawks · Balanced Five A starting five that covers every position with even talent finds a synergy edge.