Wed Mar 9, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Atlanta HawksHawks
111
away
Chemistry
Hot
Boston CelticsCeltics
105
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 16 | 32 | 29 | 34 | 111 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 26 | 28 | 19 | 32 | 105 |
After Action Report
The Hawks fended off the Celtics 111-105. Hawks' offense had its way with the Celtics. Second-chance points piled up for the Hawks; 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. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- 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.