Tue Dec 28, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
112
away
Chemistry
Steady
Atlanta HawksHawks
119
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 33 | 35 | 23 | 21 | 112 |
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 34 | 51 | 21 | 13 | 119 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Hawks fended off the Cavaliers 119-112. The breakneck pace played right into Hawks' hands. The Hawks carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Hawks' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Cavaliers looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. The Hawks rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Hawks · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Cavaliers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Cavaliers · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.