Wed Mar 23, 2005 · 8:00 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
135
away
Chemistry
Steady
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
131
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 32 | 29 | 31 | 27 | 16 | 135 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 28 | 26 | 25 | 40 | 12 | 131 |
After Action Report
The Hornets squeaked past the Timberwolves 135-131 in overtime. The Timberwolves had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Hornets' balanced five covered every spot on the floor; the Hornets carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one. The Hornets bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Hornets · Balanced Five A starting five that covers every position with even talent finds a synergy edge.
- Hornets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Hornets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.