Wed Jan 5, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
127
away
Chemistry
Cold
New Orleans HornetsHornets
129
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 31 | 26 | 35 | 35 | 127 |
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 32 | 34 | 34 | 29 | 129 |
After Action Report
The Hornets survived the Bulls 129-127. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Hornets cashed in. The Hornets came in with something to prove after a loss; Hornets' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. Early returns: the Hornets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Hornets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Bulls · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Bulls · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.