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Sun Feb 27, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Atlanta HawksHawks
129
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Chemistry Steady
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
126
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Chemistry Elite

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Atlanta HawksHawks 31 42 28 28 129
Los Angeles ClippersClippers 24 40 31 31 126

After Action Report

In a track meet, the Hawks survived the Clippers 129-126. Hawks controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Hawks came in with something to prove after a loss; Hawks' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Hawks bench chemistry carried them. The Hawks rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.

What tipped it

  • Clippers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • Clippers · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
  • Clippers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
  • Hawks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • Hawks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.