Mon Jan 3, 2005 · 8:00 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
84
away
Chemistry
Tense
Boston CelticsCeltics
112
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 18 | 20 | 31 | 15 | 84 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 29 | 26 | 34 | 23 | 112 |
After Action Report
The Celtics rolled past the Hornets 112-84. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Celtics' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense; the Hornets couldn't shake the cold spell. The Hornets looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. Celtics' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Hornets · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Hornets · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.