Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Sun Jan 16, 2005 · 2:00 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
122
away
Chemistry
Hot
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
123
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 32 | 31 | 25 | 34 | 122 |
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 28 | 26 | 35 | 34 | 123 |
After Action Report
The Raptors squeaked past the Hornets 123-122. The breakneck pace played right into Raptors' hands. Raptors' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; Hornets' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition. Early returns: the Raptors per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Hornets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Hornets · 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.