Tue Feb 22, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Atlanta HawksHawks
125
away
Chemistry
Steady
Sacramento KingsKings
108
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 30 | 32 | 29 | 34 | 125 |
| Sacramento KingsKings | 26 | 23 | 28 | 31 | 108 |
After Action Report
The Hawks pulled away from the Kings 125-108. Hawks controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Hawks owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Hawks came in with something to prove after a loss. The Hawks bench chemistry carried them. Hawks' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Kings · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Kings · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- 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.
- Hawks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.