Mon Jan 3, 2005 · 8:00 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
117
away
Chemistry
Cold
Boston CelticsCeltics
121
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 34 | 24 | 29 | 30 | 117 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 34 | 31 | 32 | 24 | 121 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Celtics survived the Hornets 121-117. Celtics controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Second-chance points piled up for the Celtics; the Celtics came in with something to prove after a loss.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.