Mon Mar 21, 2005 · 8:30 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
129
away
Chemistry
Steady
Dallas MavericksMavs
96
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 31 | 29 | 36 | 33 | 129 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 25 | 21 | 19 | 31 | 96 |
After Action Report
The Hornets buried the Mavericks 129-96. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Hornets cashed in. Hornets' balanced five covered every spot on the floor; you could feel the revenge motivation from the Hornets. The Hornets bench chemistry carried them. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Hornets · Balanced Five A starting five that covers every position with even talent finds a synergy edge.
- Hornets · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Hornets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.