Sun Mar 6, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
94
away
Chemistry
Steady
New Orleans HornetsHornets
104
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 36 | 18 | 19 | 21 | 94 |
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 26 | 23 | 30 | 25 | 104 |
After Action Report
The Hornets handled the Raptors 104-94. The Hornets won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. The Hornets carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Hornets' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Hornets locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Hornets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- 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.