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Fri Apr 15, 2005 · 7:30 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
99
away
Chemistry Hot
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics
131
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Chemistry Tense

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
New Orleans HornetsHornets 36 25 17 21 99
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics 27 23 40 41 131

After Action Report

The SuperSonics demolished the Hornets 131-99. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the SuperSonics cashed in. The SuperSonics came in with something to prove after a loss; SuperSonics' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. The Hornets rotation plan worked against them — wrong guys, wrong night. Never a doubt in this one.

What tipped it

  • SuperSonics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • SuperSonics · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
  • Hornets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.