Sun Dec 26, 2004 · 8:00 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
132
away
Chemistry
Hot
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
101
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 40 | 37 | 29 | 26 | 132 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 29 | 24 | 25 | 23 | 101 |
After Action Report
The Hornets rolled past the Cavaliers 132-101. The Hornets got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Hornets came in with something to prove after a loss; Hornets' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Hornets bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Hornets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- 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.