Wed Mar 9, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Atlanta HawksHawks
108
away
Chemistry
Tense
Boston CelticsCeltics
102
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 29 | 23 | 31 | 25 | 108 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 28 | 27 | 20 | 27 | 102 |
After Action Report
The Hawks upended the Celtics 108-102. Lineup balance gave the Hawks a clear synergy edge. The Hawks owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Hawks answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. The Hawks bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Hawks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Add it to the list of nights the favorite forgot to show up.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Hawks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Hawks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Hawks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.