Sat Feb 5, 2005 · 8:00 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
117
away
Chemistry
Elite
Utah JazzJazz
116
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 35 | 33 | 25 | 24 | 117 |
| Utah JazzJazz | 31 | 30 | 25 | 30 | 116 |
After Action Report
The Hornets snuck past the Jazz 117-116. The Hornets got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Hornets carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; Jazz's outside barrage was a constant threat. The Hornets bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Hornets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Hornets · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Hornets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.