Mon Feb 28, 2005 · 8:30 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
111
away
Chemistry
Elite
Dallas MavericksMavs
106
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 28 | 23 | 32 | 28 | 111 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 27 | 26 | 27 | 26 | 106 |
After Action Report
In Dallas, the Hornets squeaked past the Mavericks 111-106. The Hornets got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Hornets ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; the Mavericks came in with something to prove after a loss. The Hornets bench chemistry carried them. Hornets' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Hornets · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Hornets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.