Sun Dec 26, 2004 · 8:00 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
116
away
Chemistry
Steady
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
114
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 26 | 24 | 32 | 34 | 116 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 36 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 114 |
After Action Report
In Cleveland, the Hornets snuck past the Cavaliers 116-114. The Hornets got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Hornets' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Hornets bent the defense out of shape from deep.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Cavaliers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Hornets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.