Mon Jan 3, 2005 · 8:00 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
99
away
Chemistry
Hot
Boston CelticsCeltics
116
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 30 | 19 | 31 | 19 | 99 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 33 | 27 | 26 | 30 | 116 |
After Action Report
In Boston, the Celtics pulled away from the Hornets 116-99. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Celtics cashed in. Fresh off a statement win, the Celtics stayed locked in; the Hornets came in with something to prove after a loss.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Hornets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.