Hawks fall to Celtics in Game 5

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Hawks lose Game 5 of the NBA playoff series in Boston

Hawks coach Mike Woodson watches the final minute of play during a Game 5 loss to the Celtics Wednesday night. Game 6 is Friday night at Philips Arena.

Celtics forward Kevin Garnett (5) pounds his chest while walking up the floor with teammate Kendrick Perkins (43) during Boston's 25-point win.

Hawks guard Mike Bibby (center) loses control of the ball as he is sandwiched between Boston's Rajon Rondo (left) and Ray Allen.

The Hawks' Joe Johnson (left) tries to get off a shot against Garnett.

Bibby isn't happy with how things are going in the first half.

Johnson (front) tumbles after colliding with Rondo.

Bibby looks to pass the ball while being pressured by Celtics forward Paul Pierce.

Celtics coach Doc Rivers argues a foul call. Rivers once played for the Hawks.

Garnett (right) defends against the Hawks' Josh Smith.

Celtics players Pierce (right) and Rondo enjoy taking a 3-2 series lead.

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Hawks coach Mike Woodson watches the final minute of play during a Game 5 loss to the Celtics Wednesday night. Game 6 is Friday night at Philips Arena.

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