Sun Dec 26, 2004 · 8:00 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
97
away
Chemistry
Steady
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
129
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 21 | 27 | 23 | 26 | 97 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 35 | 29 | 36 | 29 | 129 |
After Action Report
The Cavaliers rolled past the Hornets 129-97. The Cavaliers got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Cavaliers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; the Hornets ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire. The Cavaliers rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Hornets · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Hornets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.