Tue Apr 5, 2005 · 7:30 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
110
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Chemistry
Tense
Atlanta HawksHawks
93
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 27 | 23 | 32 | 28 | 110 |
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 34 | 16 | 23 | 20 | 93 |
After Action Report
The Hornets handled the Hawks 110-93. The Hawks had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Hornets' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; Hornets' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo.
What tipped it
- Hawks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Hawks · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
- Hawks · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- Hawks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Hawks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Hornets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.