Fri Apr 1, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
116
away
Chemistry
Steady
Atlanta HawksHawks
115
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 29 | 20 | 22 | 33 | 12 | 116 |
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 25 | 26 | 29 | 24 | 11 | 115 |
After Action Report
In Atlanta, the Celtics shocked the Hawks 116-115 in overtime. The Celtics got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Celtics' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense; Hawks' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition. The Celtics rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift. Add it to the list of nights the favorite forgot to show up.
What tipped it
- Hawks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Hawks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Hawks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.