Fri Mar 18, 2005 · 8:30 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
122
away
Chemistry
Hot
Chicago BullsBulls
87
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 29 | 29 | 31 | 33 | 122 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 23 | 22 | 22 | 20 | 87 |
After Action Report
The Hornets ran roughshod over the Bulls 122-87. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Hornets cashed in. The Bulls came in with something to prove after a loss; the Bulls pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Hornets bench chemistry carried them. Hornets' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Bulls · 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.