Wed Mar 9, 2005 · 8:00 PM
New Jersey NetsNets
117
away
Chemistry
Hot
New Orleans HornetsHornets
107
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Jersey NetsNets | 19 | 34 | 38 | 26 | 117 |
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 22 | 28 | 21 | 36 | 107 |
After Action Report
In New Orleans, the Nets outlasted the Hornets 117-107. The tempo dragged the Hornets into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Fresh off a statement win, the Nets stayed locked in; the Nets pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Nets bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Nets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Hornets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Hornets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Nets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Nets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.