Wed Feb 9, 2005 · 8:00 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
101
away
Chemistry
Steady
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
95
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 18 | 24 | 28 | 31 | 101 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 24 | 28 | 28 | 15 | 95 |
After Action Report
In Portland, the Hornets edged the Trail Blazers 101-95. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Hornets' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; the Trail Blazers pushed the pace until the other side broke. Whispers of a Trail Blazers locker-room rift aren't helping.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.