Sun Jan 2, 2005 · 1:00 PM
Atlanta HawksHawks
114
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Chemistry
Hot
Washington WizardsWizards
100
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 26 | 31 | 27 | 30 | 114 |
| Washington WizardsWizards | 20 | 28 | 24 | 28 | 100 |
After Action Report
In Washington, the Hawks took care of the Wizards 114-100. Hawks torched the Wizards on the offensive end. Second-chance points piled up for the Hawks; the Hawks sent shots into the fifth row all night. The Hawks bench chemistry carried them. Hawks' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Wizards · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- 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 · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.