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nathan) are the champions!
Mon Feb 28, 2005 · 8:30 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
111
away
Chemistry
Hot
Dallas MavericksMavs
78
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 25 | 21 | 26 | 39 | 111 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 11 | 20 | 20 | 27 | 78 |
After Action Report
The Hornets buried the Mavericks 111-78. The better team simply showed up tonight. The Mavericks answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Mavericks' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. The Hornets bench chemistry carried them. Tonight's Mavericks utilization choices clashed with the team identity. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Hornets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.