Wed Jan 5, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Atlanta HawksHawks
105
away
Chemistry
Tense
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
131
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 25 | 33 | 23 | 24 | 105 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 40 | 31 | 31 | 29 | 131 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Cavaliers demolished the Hawks 131-105. The breakneck pace played right into Cavaliers' hands. The Cavaliers carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; the Hawks couldn't shake the cold spell. The Cavaliers locker room is humming, and it showed. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Cavaliers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Hawks · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.