Sat Dec 18, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Atlanta HawksHawks
114
away
Chemistry
Hot
Dallas MavericksMavs
119
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 34 | 30 | 17 | 33 | 114 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 33 | 26 | 28 | 32 | 119 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks squeaked past the Hawks 119-114. The Mavericks got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Mavericks carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Mavericks' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Hawks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Hawks · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
- Hawks · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Hawks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.