Sun Dec 26, 2004 · 8:00 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
122
away
Chemistry
Tense
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
124
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 30 | 33 | 32 | 27 | 122 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 34 | 30 | 35 | 25 | 124 |
After Action Report
In Cleveland, the Cavaliers snuck past the Hornets 124-122. Cavaliers' offense had its way with the Hornets. The Cavaliers pushed the pace until the other side broke; the Hornets carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one. The Cavaliers rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
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.