Playoffs · Round 2 · Game 1
Miami HeatHeat
116
away
Atlanta HawksHawks
105
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami HeatHeat | 29 | 26 | 32 | 29 | 116 |
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 29 | 34 | 20 | 22 | 105 |
After Action Report
The Heat pulled away from the Hawks 116-105. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Heat cashed in. The Heat carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; the Hawks owned the glass, generating extra possessions. The Heat bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Heat per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- 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 · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Hawks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Heat · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Heat · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.