Wed Jan 5, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
97
away
Chemistry
Cold
New Orleans HornetsHornets
98
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 29 | 22 | 26 | 20 | 97 |
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 25 | 20 | 23 | 30 | 98 |
After Action Report
The Hornets snuck past the Bulls 98-97. The Bulls couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Hornets. Hornets' positional balance gave them a synergy edge; the Hornets pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Hornets locker room is humming, and it showed. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Hornets · Balanced Five A starting five that covers every position with even talent finds a synergy edge.
- Hornets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Bulls · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.