Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Wed Feb 9, 2005 · 8:00 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
120
away
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Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
119
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 32 | 30 | 28 | 30 | 120 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 32 | 29 | 28 | 30 | 119 |
After Action Report
In Portland, the Hornets survived the Trail Blazers 120-119. The Hornets got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Hornets carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; second-chance points piled up for the Trail Blazers. The Hornets bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Hornets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Trail Blazers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Hornets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Hornets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.