Wed Feb 2, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
103
away
Chemistry
Hot
New Orleans HornetsHornets
134
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 21 | 33 | 23 | 26 | 103 |
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 34 | 32 | 38 | 30 | 134 |
After Action Report
In New Orleans, the Hornets demolished the Mavericks 134-103. The breakneck pace played right into Hornets' hands. Second-chance points piled up for the Hornets; Hornets' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. Hornets' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Hornets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Mavericks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Mavericks · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.