Fri Jan 21, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Atlanta HawksHawks
123
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Chicago BullsBulls
120
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 33 | 29 | 31 | 30 | 123 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 27 | 21 | 33 | 39 | 120 |
After Action Report
The Hawks survived the Bulls 123-120. Hawks controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Hawks' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; second-chance points piled up for the Hawks. Hawks' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Bulls · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Hawks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Hawks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.