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Fri Jan 14, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Atlanta HawksHawks
127
away
Chemistry Hot
Boston CelticsCeltics
114
home
Chemistry Steady

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Atlanta HawksHawks 24 35 40 28 127
Boston CelticsCeltics 30 24 29 31 114

After Action Report

The Hawks pulled away from the Celtics 127-114. The tempo dragged the Celtics into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Hawks owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Hawks came in with something to prove after a loss. The Hawks bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Hawks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.

What tipped it

  • Celtics · 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 · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • Hawks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.