Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Wed Feb 16, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Atlanta HawksHawks
128
away
Chemistry
Hot
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
86
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 36 | 32 | 35 | 25 | 128 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 18 | 25 | 18 | 25 | 86 |
After Action Report
The Hawks ran roughshod over the Cavaliers 128-86. The Hawks got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Second-chance points piled up for the Hawks; the Hawks ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire. The Hawks bench chemistry carried them. Hawks' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Cavaliers · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Hawks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Hawks · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Hawks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.