Wed Mar 9, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Atlanta HawksHawks
112
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Chemistry
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Boston CelticsCeltics
102
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 34 | 27 | 22 | 29 | 112 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 19 | 29 | 28 | 26 | 102 |
After Action Report
In Boston, the Hawks outlasted the Celtics 112-102. The better team simply showed up tonight. The Hawks answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; the Hawks bent the defense out of shape from deep. The Hawks rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Hawks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.