Sun Jan 16, 2005 · 2:00 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
103
away
Chemistry
Tense
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
101
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 23 | 25 | 23 | 32 | 103 |
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 26 | 33 | 19 | 23 | 101 |
After Action Report
In Toronto, the Hornets survived the Raptors 103-101. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Fresh off a statement win, the Hornets stayed locked in; Hornets' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo.
What tipped it
- Raptors · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Raptors · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Hornets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.