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Fri Mar 18, 2005 · 8:30 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
121
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Chemistry Hot
Chicago BullsBulls
117
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Chemistry Hot

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
New Orleans HornetsHornets 33 41 23 24 121
Chicago BullsBulls 33 25 35 24 117

After Action Report

In Chicago, the Hornets snuck past the Bulls 121-117. The tempo dragged the Bulls into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Hornets owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Hornets carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one. The Hornets bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Hornets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.

What tipped it

  • Bulls · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • Bulls · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • Bulls · 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.
  • Hornets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.