Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 3
New Orleans HornetsHornets
116
away
Houston RocketsRockets
112
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 28 | 31 | 31 | 26 | 116 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 23 | 41 | 25 | 23 | 112 |
After Action Report
The Hornets snuck past the Rockets 116-112. The Rockets had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Hornets carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; you could feel the revenge motivation from the Rockets. The Hornets bench chemistry carried them. Hornets' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- 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.