Tue Feb 8, 2005 · 8:00 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
116
away
Chemistry
Steady
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics
117
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 29 | 23 | 33 | 31 | 116 |
| Seattle SuperSonicsSonics | 24 | 33 | 35 | 25 | 117 |
After Action Report
The SuperSonics survived the Hornets 117-116. Execution down the stretch made the difference. SuperSonics' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the SuperSonics carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one. The SuperSonics locker room is humming, and it showed.
What tipped it
- SuperSonics · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- SuperSonics · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- SuperSonics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Hornets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Hornets · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.