Mon Mar 21, 2005 · 8:30 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
120
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Chemistry
Hot
Dallas MavericksMavs
117
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 32 | 26 | 23 | 39 | 120 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 26 | 27 | 30 | 34 | 117 |
After Action Report
In Dallas, the Hornets squeaked past the Mavericks 120-117. Hornets controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Hornets owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Hornets pushed the pace until the other side broke. Early returns: the Hornets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Mavericks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Hornets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.