Mon Feb 7, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
119
away
Chemistry
Hot
Atlanta HawksHawks
117
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 43 | 27 | 23 | 26 | 119 |
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 26 | 29 | 32 | 30 | 117 |
After Action Report
The Lakers squeaked past the Hawks 119-117. The breakneck pace played right into Lakers' hands. The Lakers owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Lakers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo.
What tipped it
- Hawks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Hawks · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Hawks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.