Wed Mar 9, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Atlanta HawksHawks
126
away
Chemistry
Hot
Boston CelticsCeltics
102
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 27 | 35 | 30 | 34 | 126 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 17 | 28 | 22 | 35 | 102 |
After Action Report
The Hawks ran roughshod over the Celtics 126-102. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Hawks cashed in. The Hawks came in with something to prove after a loss; second-chance points piled up for the Celtics. The Hawks rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- Celtics · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Hawks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.