Game of the Year!
In a pivotal division game, the Atlanta Hawks snuck by the Miami Heat, 71-69.
The game had 13 lead changes, and 7 ties. Said Hawks GM Sean Fitzpatrick, "It was a shame that one team had to lose. But I am happy that the Heat were the losers."
Rashard Lewis and Kirk Hinrich led the Hawks with 27 and 24 points, respectivley. Also in double digits for Atlanta was Carlos Boozer, who scored 13.
The Miami attack was balanced, with Jason Williams leading them with 20. Not far behind were Shaquille O'Neal (18) and Dwyane Wade (17).
The Hawks now lead their division with a 9-5 record, and have won 5 in a row.