Tue Mar 8, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Atlanta HawksHawks
126
away
Chemistry
Steady
Milwaukee BucksBucks
111
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 33 | 28 | 33 | 32 | 126 |
| Milwaukee BucksBucks | 30 | 28 | 27 | 26 | 111 |
After Action Report
In Milwaukee, the Hawks handled the Bucks 126-111. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Hawks cashed in. Fresh off a statement win, the Hawks stayed locked in; Bucks' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. The Hawks bench chemistry carried them. Hawks' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Bucks · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Hawks · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Hawks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.