Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Wed Mar 9, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Atlanta HawksHawks
115
away
Chemistry
Tense
Boston CelticsCeltics
128
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 23 | 27 | 26 | 39 | 115 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 27 | 25 | 44 | 32 | 128 |
After Action Report
The Celtics downed the Hawks 128-115. The tempo dragged the Hawks into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Celtics' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Celtics owned the glass, generating extra possessions. The Celtics locker room is humming, and it showed. Celtics' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- 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 · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.