Sun Feb 27, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Atlanta HawksHawks
105
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
120
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 25 | 30 | 33 | 17 | 105 |
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 29 | 30 | 31 | 30 | 120 |
After Action Report
In Los Angeles, the Clippers handled the Hawks 120-105. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Clippers cashed in. The Clippers played with the chip of a recent gutting loss; the Hawks answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. Tonight's Hawks utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Clippers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Clippers · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- 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.