Wed Feb 16, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Atlanta HawksHawks
106
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Cleveland CavaliersCavs
94
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 24 | 30 | 23 | 29 | 106 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 27 | 24 | 21 | 22 | 94 |
After Action Report
The Hawks took care of the Cavaliers 106-94. Every possession went the Hawks way. Hawks' old heads steadied the ship in the swings; the Cavaliers owned the glass, generating extra possessions. Hawks' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Cavaliers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Cavaliers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.