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Wed Mar 23, 2005 · 8:00 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
135
away
Chemistry Steady
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
131
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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.