Sat Apr 2, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Miami HeatHeat
111
away
Chemistry
Tense
New Orleans HornetsHornets
120
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami HeatHeat | 28 | 20 | 34 | 29 | 111 |
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 30 | 33 | 31 | 26 | 120 |
After Action Report
In New Orleans, the Hornets outlasted the Heat 120-111. Hornets controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Hornets owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Hornets came in with something to prove after a loss. Tonight's Heat utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
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.
- Heat · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.