Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 3
New Orleans HornetsHornets
104
away
Sacramento KingsKings
99
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 25 | 27 | 32 | 20 | 104 |
| Sacramento KingsKings | 27 | 30 | 25 | 17 | 99 |
After Action Report
The Hornets snuck past the Kings 104-99. Execution down the stretch made the difference. 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. The Hornets rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- 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.