Mon Jan 3, 2005 · 8:00 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
101
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
97
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 28 | 20 | 27 | 26 | 101 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 21 | 24 | 25 | 27 | 97 |
After Action Report
The Hornets squeaked past the Celtics 101-97. The better team simply showed up tonight. The Hornets came in with something to prove after a loss; Hornets' defenders refused to give up clean looks.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Hornets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.