Sun Dec 19, 2004 · 7:00 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
105
away
Chemistry
Tense
Sacramento KingsKings
99
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 26 | 24 | 29 | 26 | 105 |
| Sacramento KingsKings | 26 | 23 | 19 | 31 | 99 |
After Action Report
The Hornets edged the Kings 105-99. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Hornets owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Kings' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition.
What tipped it
- Kings · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Kings · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Hornets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.