Sun Nov 7, 2004 · 7:30 PM
Atlanta HawksHawks
135
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Chemistry
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Los Angeles LakersLakers
117
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 28 | 32 | 41 | 34 | 135 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 24 | 35 | 32 | 26 | 117 |
After Action Report
The Hawks outlasted the Lakers 135-117. The Lakers had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Hawks owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Hawks' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. Hawks' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Hawks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.