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Wed Feb 16, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Atlanta HawksHawks
111
away
Chemistry Tense
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
108
home
Chemistry Hot

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Atlanta HawksHawks 33 28 21 29 111
Cleveland CavaliersCavs 31 25 23 29 108

After Action Report

In Cleveland, the Hawks survived the Cavaliers 111-108. The Cavaliers had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Hawks owned the glass, generating extra possessions; fresh off a statement win, the Hawks stayed locked in. Tonight's Cavaliers utilization choices clashed with the team identity.

What tipped it

  • Cavaliers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • Cavaliers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • Hawks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • Hawks · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
  • Hawks · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.