Fri Apr 1, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
101
away
Chemistry
Tense
Atlanta HawksHawks
89
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Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 29 | 26 | 29 | 17 | 101 |
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 28 | 23 | 9 | 29 | 89 |
After Action Report
The Celtics downed the Hawks 101-89. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Celtics' defenders refused to give up clean looks; Hawks' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Celtics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.