Fri Apr 1, 2005 · 8:30 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
98
away
Chemistry
Steady
Houston RocketsRockets
117
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 26 | 17 | 30 | 25 | 98 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 28 | 32 | 33 | 24 | 117 |
After Action Report
In Houston, the Rockets downed the Hornets 117-98. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Rockets cashed in. The Rockets came in with something to prove after a loss; Rockets' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- 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.