Wed Dec 15, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Atlanta HawksHawks
98
away
Chemistry
Cold
Houston RocketsRockets
99
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 31 | 20 | 23 | 24 | 98 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 32 | 24 | 21 | 22 | 99 |
After Action Report
The Rockets squeaked past the Hawks 99-98. The Rockets won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. Hawks' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Hawks couldn't shake the cold spell. The Hawks looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. Tonight's Hawks utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- Hawks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Hawks · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Hawks · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.