Mon Jan 24, 2005 · 8:30 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
101
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Chemistry
Tense
Miami HeatHeat
126
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 25 | 22 | 31 | 23 | 101 |
| Miami HeatHeat | 28 | 36 | 30 | 32 | 126 |
After Action Report
The Heat rolled past the Hornets 126-101. The tempo dragged the Hornets into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Second-chance points piled up for the Heat; Heat's old heads steadied the ship in the swings. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Heat · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Hornets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Hornets · Buzzsaw An 8+ game winning streak — they cannot be stopped (until the league catches up).
- Hornets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.