Wed Mar 9, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Atlanta HawksHawks
99
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
120
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 27 | 25 | 24 | 23 | 99 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 30 | 36 | 25 | 29 | 120 |
After Action Report
The Celtics demolished the Hawks 120-99. The tempo dragged the Hawks into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Second-chance points piled up for the Celtics; the Celtics answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. It broke open after the break.
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 · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.