Wed Mar 9, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Atlanta HawksHawks
99
away
Chemistry
Cold
Boston CelticsCeltics
127
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 15 | 27 | 23 | 34 | 99 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 38 | 32 | 26 | 31 | 127 |
After Action Report
The Celtics ran roughshod over the Hawks 127-99. Celtics' scorers couldn't be contained. The Celtics owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Hawks are in a full-on tailspin. The Hawks looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Hawks · Crashing An 8+ game losing skid — heads are down, both ends suffer.
- Hawks · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.