Wed Mar 9, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Atlanta HawksHawks
114
away
Chemistry
Hot
Boston CelticsCeltics
105
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 27 | 28 | 31 | 28 | 114 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 23 | 32 | 30 | 20 | 105 |
After Action Report
The Hawks held off the Celtics 114-105. Hawks' offense had its way with the Celtics. Hawks' outside barrage was a constant threat; the Celtics owned the glass, generating extra possessions. The Hawks bench chemistry carried them. The Hawks rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · 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.