Mon Jan 3, 2005 · 8:00 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
97
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
107
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 26 | 20 | 19 | 32 | 97 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 30 | 24 | 28 | 25 | 107 |
After Action Report
The Celtics took care of the Hornets 107-97. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Celtics carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; the Celtics bent the defense out of shape from deep.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Hornets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.