Wed Jan 5, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
108
away
Chemistry
Tense
New Orleans HornetsHornets
107
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 35 | 18 | 32 | 13 | 10 | 108 |
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 19 | 25 | 22 | 32 | 9 | 107 |
After Action Report
The Bulls squeaked past the Hornets 108-107 in overtime. Execution down the stretch made the difference. You could feel the revenge motivation from the Bulls; Bulls' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. The Bulls bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Hornets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Hornets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Bulls · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Bulls · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.