Tue Jan 11, 2005 · 8:30 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
128
away
Chemistry
Tense
New York KnicksKnicks
116
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 32 | 35 | 39 | 22 | 128 |
| New York KnicksKnicks | 31 | 31 | 30 | 24 | 116 |
After Action Report
The Hornets pulled away from the Knicks 128-116. The breakneck pace played right into Hornets' hands. The Hornets owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Hornets carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one. Hornets' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Knicks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Knicks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Knicks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Hornets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Hornets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.