Tue Dec 7, 2004 · 8:30 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
114
away
Chemistry
Steady
Houston RocketsRockets
108
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 29 | 29 | 25 | 31 | 114 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 25 | 30 | 30 | 23 | 108 |
After Action Report
The Hornets edged the Rockets 114-108. The better team simply showed up tonight. Hornets' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Hornets sent shots into the fifth row all night.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Hornets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Hornets · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
- Hornets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.