Wed Jan 5, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
110
away
Chemistry
Tense
New Orleans HornetsHornets
105
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 29 | 28 | 23 | 30 | 110 |
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 18 | 24 | 32 | 31 | 105 |
After Action Report
The Bulls survived the Hornets 110-105. The tempo dragged the Hornets into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Bulls' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; the Hornets owned the glass, generating extra possessions. The Bulls rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Hornets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- 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.