Wed Feb 16, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Atlanta HawksHawks
114
away
Chemistry
Hot
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
92
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 24 | 35 | 35 | 20 | 114 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 26 | 16 | 27 | 23 | 92 |
After Action Report
The Hawks rolled past the Cavaliers 114-92. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Hawks came in with something to prove after a loss; Hawks' old heads steadied the ship in the swings. Whispers of a Cavaliers locker-room rift aren't helping. Early returns: the Hawks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Hawks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.