Fri Apr 1, 2005 · 8:30 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
117
away
Chemistry
Cold
Houston RocketsRockets
101
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 31 | 22 | 32 | 32 | 117 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 26 | 21 | 32 | 22 | 101 |
After Action Report
The Hornets downed the Rockets 117-101. The Hornets got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Hornets came in with something to prove after a loss; the Hornets bent the defense out of shape from deep.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Hornets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Hornets · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.