Tue Dec 14, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Indiana PacersPacers
83
away
Chemistry
Steady
Atlanta HawksHawks
99
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana PacersPacers | 20 | 21 | 18 | 24 | 83 |
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 28 | 18 | 30 | 23 | 99 |
After Action Report
In Atlanta, the Hawks handled the Pacers 99-83. The Pacers couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Hawks. The Hawks ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; Hawks' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Hawks locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Hawks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Hawks · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Hawks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Pacers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.