Mon Mar 21, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Atlanta HawksHawks
131
away
Chemistry
Hot
Chicago BullsBulls
69
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 29 | 37 | 30 | 35 | 131 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 21 | 16 | 18 | 14 | 69 |
After Action Report
In Chicago, the Hawks ran roughshod over the Bulls 131-69. The Bulls had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Second-chance points piled up for the Hawks; Hawks' shot-blockers turned the paint into a no-fly zone. The Hawks bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Hawks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Garbage time started early.
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.