Sat Apr 16, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
116
away
Chemistry
Cold
Atlanta HawksHawks
121
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 32 | 22 | 39 | 23 | 116 |
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 33 | 26 | 30 | 32 | 121 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Hawks squeaked past the Bulls 121-116. The breakneck pace played right into Hawks' hands. Fresh off a statement win, the Hawks stayed locked in; Hawks' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Bulls looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. Early returns: the Hawks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Hawks · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Bulls · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Bulls · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.