Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Mon Feb 28, 2005 · 8:30 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
97
away
Chemistry
Hot
Dallas MavericksMavs
132
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 31 | 23 | 24 | 19 | 97 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 27 | 34 | 31 | 40 | 132 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks upended the Hornets 132-97. The Mavericks got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Fresh off a statement win, the Mavericks stayed locked in; Mavericks' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Hornets looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. The Mavericks rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift. An upset for the books.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Hornets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Hornets · Crashing An 8+ game losing skid — heads are down, both ends suffer.
- Hornets · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.