Sun Dec 26, 2004 · 8:00 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
116
away
Chemistry
Steady
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
99
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 24 | 32 | 28 | 32 | 116 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 31 | 21 | 22 | 25 | 99 |
After Action Report
The Hornets downed the Cavaliers 116-99. Hornets controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Hornets bent the defense out of shape from deep; the Cavaliers carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one. The Hornets bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Cavaliers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Hornets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.