Mon Feb 28, 2005 · 8:30 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
117
away
Chemistry
Hot
Dallas MavericksMavs
108
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 26 | 36 | 20 | 35 | 117 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 25 | 21 | 35 | 27 | 108 |
After Action Report
In Dallas, the Hornets edged the Mavericks 117-108. Hornets controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Hornets carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; 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.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- 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.