Mon Jan 3, 2005 · 8:00 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
87
away
Chemistry
Cold
Boston CelticsCeltics
120
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 20 | 21 | 21 | 25 | 87 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 28 | 31 | 27 | 34 | 120 |
After Action Report
In Boston, the Celtics blew the doors off the Hornets 120-87. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Celtics cashed in. The Celtics came in with something to prove after a loss; Celtics' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Hornets · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.