Mon Jan 3, 2005 · 8:00 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
97
away
Chemistry
Elite
Boston CelticsCeltics
109
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 29 | 32 | 11 | 25 | 97 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 27 | 25 | 31 | 26 | 109 |
After Action Report
The Celtics pulled away from the Hornets 109-97. The Celtics got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. You could feel the revenge motivation from the Celtics; Celtics' defenders refused to give up clean looks.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Hornets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.