Sat Dec 18, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Atlanta HawksHawks
102
away
Chemistry
Steady
Dallas MavericksMavs
97
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 21 | 26 | 28 | 27 | 102 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 31 | 18 | 25 | 23 | 97 |
After Action Report
In Dallas, the Hawks snuck past the Mavericks 102-97. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Hawks answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Hawks' defenders refused to give up clean looks. Early returns: the Hawks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Mavericks · 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.