Wed Jan 5, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Atlanta HawksHawks
130
away
Chemistry
Elite
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
123
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 27 | 33 | 26 | 28 | 16 | 130 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 23 | 25 | 30 | 36 | 9 | 123 |
After Action Report
The Hawks outlasted the Cavaliers 130-123 in overtime. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Hawks cashed in. Hawks' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Hawks came in with something to prove after a loss. The Hawks bench chemistry carried them. The Hawks rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Hawks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Hawks · 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.