Mon Mar 21, 2005 · 8:30 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
87
away
Chemistry
Cold
Dallas MavericksMavs
114
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 18 | 18 | 27 | 24 | 87 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 34 | 35 | 26 | 19 | 114 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks demolished the Hornets 114-87. Every possession went the Mavericks way. The Mavericks carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; the Hornets couldn't shake the cold spell. The Mavericks locker room is humming, and it showed. Tonight's Hornets utilization choices clashed with the team identity. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Hornets · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.