Wed Jan 26, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Atlanta HawksHawks
123
away
Chemistry
Hot
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
99
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 30 | 31 | 34 | 28 | 123 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 21 | 22 | 28 | 28 | 99 |
After Action Report
The Hawks buried the Timberwolves 123-99. Hawks controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Hawks owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Hawks' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Hawks bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Hawks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Timberwolves · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Hawks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Hawks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.