Tue Apr 19, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
98
away
Chemistry
Steady
Atlanta HawksHawks
107
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 24 | 24 | 28 | 22 | 98 |
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 33 | 31 | 25 | 18 | 107 |
After Action Report
The Hawks edged the Pistons 107-98. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Pistons came in with something to prove after a loss; Pistons' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Hawks locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Hawks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Hawks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Pistons · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.