Tue Dec 7, 2004 · 8:30 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
123
away
Chemistry
Steady
Houston RocketsRockets
116
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 26 | 25 | 27 | 31 | 14 | 123 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 26 | 27 | 32 | 24 | 7 | 116 |
After Action Report
The Hornets edged the Rockets 123-116 in overtime. The Hornets got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Hornets' positional balance gave them a synergy edge; the Hornets ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire. The Hornets bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Hornets · Balanced Five A starting five that covers every position with even talent finds a synergy edge.
- 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.