Mon Feb 7, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
78
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Chemistry
Tense
Atlanta HawksHawks
123
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 12 | 23 | 14 | 29 | 78 |
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 40 | 32 | 27 | 24 | 123 |
After Action Report
In Atlanta, the Hawks demolished the Lakers 123-78. Hawks' offense had its way with the Lakers. The Hawks carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Hawks' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Hawks locker room is humming, and it showed. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- 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.
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.