Sun Jan 16, 2005 · 2:00 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
87
away
Chemistry
Hot
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
96
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 23 | 19 | 19 | 26 | 87 |
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 28 | 24 | 22 | 22 | 96 |
After Action Report
The Raptors upended the Hornets 96-87. The Hornets couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Raptors. The Raptors answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Raptors' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. Add it to the list of nights the favorite forgot to show up.
What tipped it
- Raptors · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Hornets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Hornets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Hornets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.