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Fri Dec 17, 2004 · 8:00 PM
San Antonio SpursSpurs
119
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Chemistry Hot
New Orleans HornetsHornets
113
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Chemistry Hot

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
San Antonio SpursSpurs 26 34 28 31 119
New Orleans HornetsHornets 29 26 30 28 113

After Action Report

In New Orleans, the Spurs edged the Hornets 119-113. The Spurs got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Spurs carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Spurs' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Spurs bench chemistry carried them. The Spurs rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.

What tipped it

  • Hornets · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
  • Spurs · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
  • Spurs · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.