Wed Jan 5, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Atlanta HawksHawks
122
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Cleveland CavaliersCavs
129
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 26 | 32 | 24 | 40 | 122 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 34 | 38 | 23 | 34 | 129 |
After Action Report
In Cleveland, the Cavaliers knocked off the Hawks 129-122. The Hawks had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Cavaliers' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; the Cavaliers came in with something to prove after a loss. Cavaliers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Add it to the list of nights the favorite forgot to show up.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Cavaliers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Hawks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Hawks · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- Hawks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.