Tue Dec 28, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
115
away
Chemistry
Cold
Atlanta HawksHawks
130
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 27 | 37 | 31 | 20 | 115 |
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 36 | 23 | 37 | 34 | 130 |
After Action Report
The Hawks downed the Cavaliers 130-115. Hawks torched the Cavaliers on the offensive end. Second-chance points piled up for the Hawks; the Hawks came in with something to prove after a loss. The Cavaliers looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. Early returns: the Hawks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
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.
- Cavaliers · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.