Fri Jan 14, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Atlanta HawksHawks
98
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Boston CelticsCeltics
104
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 17 | 24 | 27 | 30 | 98 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 23 | 26 | 26 | 29 | 104 |
After Action Report
The Celtics held off the Hawks 104-98. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Celtics came in with something to prove after a loss; Celtics' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Celtics locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Celtics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Hawks · Buzzsaw An 8+ game winning streak — they cannot be stopped (until the league catches up).
- Hawks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.