Tue Dec 7, 2004 · 8:30 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
106
away
Chemistry
Tense
Houston RocketsRockets
101
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 16 | 33 | 33 | 24 | 106 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 19 | 25 | 30 | 27 | 101 |
After Action Report
In Houston, the Hornets squeaked past the Rockets 106-101. The better team simply showed up tonight. The Hornets carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; the Hornets bent the defense out of shape from deep.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Hornets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.