Mon Jan 24, 2005 · 8:30 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
99
away
Chemistry
Cold
Miami HeatHeat
105
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 24 | 20 | 33 | 22 | 99 |
| Miami HeatHeat | 31 | 26 | 23 | 25 | 105 |
After Action Report
In Miami, the Heat fended off the Hornets 105-99. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Hornets carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; Hornets' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. Early returns: the Heat per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Survive-and-advance type win.
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.