Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Wed Jan 26, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
98
away
Chemistry
Tense
New Orleans HornetsHornets
110
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Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 25 | 30 | 14 | 29 | 98 |
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 32 | 22 | 29 | 27 | 110 |
After Action Report
The Hornets handled the Rockets 110-98. Hornets controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Hornets' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Hornets answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. Early returns: the Hornets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Hornets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Hornets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Rockets · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.