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Fri Apr 1, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
96
away
Chemistry Tense
Atlanta HawksHawks
108
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Chemistry Tense

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Boston CelticsCeltics 30 20 25 21 96
Atlanta HawksHawks 29 26 24 29 108

After Action Report

The Hawks outlasted the Celtics 108-96. The tempo dragged the Celtics into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Hawks owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Hawks answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. The Celtics looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. Survive-and-advance type win.

What tipped it

  • Hawks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • Hawks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • Celtics · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.