Wed Jan 5, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
111
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Chemistry
Hot
New Orleans HornetsHornets
117
home
Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 34 | 29 | 30 | 18 | 111 |
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 27 | 28 | 34 | 28 | 117 |
After Action Report
In New Orleans, the Hornets held off the Bulls 117-111. The breakneck pace played right into Hornets' hands. The Hornets owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Hornets came in with something to prove after a loss. The Hornets locker room is humming, and it showed.
What tipped it
- Hornets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- 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.
- Bulls · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Bulls · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Bulls · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.