Tue Dec 28, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
123
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Atlanta HawksHawks
106
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 38 | 26 | 26 | 33 | 123 |
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 31 | 22 | 32 | 21 | 106 |
After Action Report
The Cavaliers outlasted the Hawks 123-106. The tempo dragged the Hawks into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Second-chance points piled up for the Cavaliers; fresh off a statement win, the Cavaliers stayed locked in. The Cavaliers bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Hawks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Cavaliers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Cavaliers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Cavaliers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.