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.