Wed Mar 9, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Atlanta HawksHawks
124
away
Chemistry
Tense
Boston CelticsCeltics
121
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 40 | 28 | 22 | 34 | 124 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 33 | 25 | 34 | 29 | 121 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Hawks survived the Celtics 124-121. The breakneck pace played right into Hawks' hands. The Hawks answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Celtics' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Hawks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.