Sun Dec 26, 2004 · 8:00 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
111
away
Chemistry
Tense
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
109
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 27 | 29 | 34 | 21 | 111 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 35 | 22 | 26 | 26 | 109 |
After Action Report
The Hornets survived the Cavaliers 111-109. The Hornets got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Hornets came in with something to prove after a loss; the Cavaliers played with the chip of a recent gutting loss. Hornets' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Hornets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Hornets · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.