Mon Jan 3, 2005 · 8:00 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
110
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
117
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 32 | 24 | 28 | 26 | 110 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 28 | 28 | 28 | 33 | 117 |
After Action Report
In Boston, the Celtics outlasted the Hornets 117-110. The tempo dragged the Hornets into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Celtics owned the glass, generating extra possessions; fresh off a statement win, the Celtics stayed locked in.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.