Fri Apr 15, 2005 · 7:30 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
98
away
Chemistry
Tense
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics
101
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 27 | 28 | 24 | 19 | 98 |
| Seattle SuperSonicsSonics | 23 | 23 | 28 | 27 | 101 |
After Action Report
In Seattle, the SuperSonics squeaked past the Hornets 101-98. The Hornets couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the SuperSonics. The SuperSonics answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; SuperSonics' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The SuperSonics locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the SuperSonics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- 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.
- Hornets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Hornets · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.