Wed Jan 26, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
99
away
Chemistry
Steady
New Orleans HornetsHornets
129
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 22 | 23 | 34 | 20 | 99 |
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 36 | 38 | 30 | 25 | 129 |
After Action Report
The Hornets buried the Rockets 129-99. Hornets' scorers couldn't be contained. Shots just aren't falling for the Hornets lately; the Hornets pushed the pace until the other side broke. Early returns: the Hornets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Hornets · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Rockets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.