Mon Jan 3, 2005 · 8:00 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
114
away
Chemistry
Hot
Boston CelticsCeltics
105
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 23 | 29 | 31 | 31 | 114 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 29 | 32 | 21 | 23 | 105 |
After Action Report
The Hornets edged the Celtics 114-105. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Hornets cashed in. The Hornets came in with something to prove after a loss; the Celtics owned the glass, generating extra possessions. The Hornets bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Hornets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Hornets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.