Sun Feb 13, 2005 · 7:00 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
120
away
Chemistry
Hot
Orlando MagicMagic
105
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 27 | 29 | 31 | 33 | 120 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 26 | 22 | 34 | 23 | 105 |
After Action Report
The Hornets downed the Magic 120-105. The breakneck pace played right into Hornets' hands. You could feel the revenge motivation from the Hornets; Hornets' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Hornets bench chemistry carried them. Hornets' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Hornets · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Hornets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.