Thu Oct 14, 2004 · 7:30 PM
· Preseason
Dallas MavericksMavs
97
away
Chemistry
Steady
New Orleans HornetsHornets
120
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 25 | 23 | 22 | 27 | 97 |
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 30 | 30 | 32 | 28 | 120 |
After Action Report
In New Orleans, the Hornets demolished the Mavericks 120-97. Hornets controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Hornets' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; the Mavericks owned the glass, generating extra possessions. The Hornets rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.