Fri Dec 3, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Washington WizardsWizards
106
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Chemistry
Tense
Atlanta HawksHawks
103
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Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington WizardsWizards | 21 | 28 | 28 | 29 | 106 |
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 28 | 29 | 20 | 26 | 103 |
After Action Report
The Wizards shocked the Hawks 106-103. The better team simply showed up tonight. You could feel the revenge motivation from the Wizards; Wizards' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. On paper this one shouldn't have been close — basketball had other ideas.
What tipped it
- Hawks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Hawks · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
- Hawks · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- Hawks · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Hawks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Wizards · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.