Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Tue Apr 19, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
89
away
Chemistry
Cold
Atlanta HawksHawks
123
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 12 | 24 | 30 | 23 | 89 |
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 32 | 31 | 23 | 37 | 123 |
After Action Report
In Atlanta, the Hawks demolished the Pistons 123-89. 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 Pistons looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- 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.
- Pistons · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Pistons · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.