Mon Jan 3, 2005 · 8:00 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
116
away
Chemistry
Tense
Boston CelticsCeltics
121
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 36 | 29 | 22 | 29 | 116 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 34 | 25 | 35 | 27 | 121 |
After Action Report
The Celtics survived the Hornets 121-116. Celtics controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Celtics owned the glass, generating extra possessions; shots just aren't falling for the Celtics lately.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.