Wed Feb 16, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Atlanta HawksHawks
110
away
Chemistry
Elite
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
109
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 28 | 28 | 27 | 27 | 110 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 25 | 25 | 25 | 34 | 109 |
After Action Report
The Hawks squeaked past the Cavaliers 110-109. The Cavaliers couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Hawks. Hawks' stars took over and bent the game to their will; the Hawks carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one. The Hawks bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Hawks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Cavaliers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Cavaliers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Hawks · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- Hawks · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Hawks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.