Thu Oct 14, 2004 · 7:30 PM
· Preseason
Dallas MavericksMavs
98
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New Orleans HornetsHornets
104
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 31 | 18 | 30 | 19 | 98 |
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 27 | 27 | 22 | 28 | 104 |
After Action Report
The Hornets held off the Mavericks 104-98. The Hornets won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. Mavericks' defenders refused to give up clean looks. Early returns: the Hornets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Style points be damned.