Wed Dec 15, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Atlanta HawksHawks
108
away
Chemistry
Elite
Houston RocketsRockets
99
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 27 | 27 | 25 | 29 | 108 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 25 | 22 | 24 | 28 | 99 |
After Action Report
The Hawks held off the Rockets 108-99. The better team simply showed up tonight. The Hawks carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; Hawks' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Hawks bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Hawks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- 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.