Sat Dec 18, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Atlanta HawksHawks
117
away
Chemistry
Tense
Dallas MavericksMavs
111
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 30 | 32 | 30 | 25 | 117 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 27 | 24 | 28 | 32 | 111 |
After Action Report
The Hawks held off the Mavericks 117-111. The tempo dragged the Mavericks into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Hawks carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; the Mavericks answered the bell with a bounce-back effort.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Hawks · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.