Fri Jan 14, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Atlanta HawksHawks
118
away
Chemistry
Hot
Boston CelticsCeltics
114
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 32 | 33 | 28 | 25 | 118 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 23 | 27 | 32 | 32 | 114 |
After Action Report
In Boston, the Hawks snuck past the Celtics 118-114. Hawks torched the Celtics on the offensive end. Fresh off a statement win, the Hawks stayed locked in; Hawks' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Hawks bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Hawks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- 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.