Tue Nov 16, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
109
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Atlanta HawksHawks
121
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 33 | 27 | 31 | 18 | 109 |
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 31 | 21 | 32 | 37 | 121 |
After Action Report
In Atlanta, the Hawks outlasted the Rockets 121-109. The breakneck pace played right into Hawks' hands. The Hawks owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Hawks' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Hawks rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Hawks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Rockets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.