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Wed Feb 23, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics
106
away
Chemistry Hot
New Orleans HornetsHornets
82
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Chemistry Steady

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics 28 23 25 30 106
New Orleans HornetsHornets 20 24 25 13 82

After Action Report

The SuperSonics rolled past the Hornets 106-82. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The SuperSonics came in with something to prove after a loss; the Hornets ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire. The SuperSonics bench chemistry carried them. SuperSonics' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. One bad quarter was all it took to crack this one open.

What tipped it

  • Hornets · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
  • Hornets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
  • SuperSonics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • SuperSonics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.