Sat Oct 16, 2004 · 7:30 PM
· Preseason
New Orleans HornetsHornets
99
away
Chemistry
Steady
Chicago BullsBulls
90
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 26 | 21 | 18 | 34 | 99 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 25 | 17 | 24 | 24 | 90 |
After Action Report
The Hornets edged the Bulls 99-90. Hornets' starting five clicked while the Bulls looked disjointed. Hornets' positional balance gave them a synergy edge; the Hornets pushed the pace until the other side broke. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- Hornets · Balanced Five A starting five that covers every position with even talent finds a synergy edge.