Fri Apr 8, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Utah JazzJazz
125
away
Chemistry
Steady
New Orleans HornetsHornets
133
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Utah JazzJazz | 22 | 30 | 34 | 39 | 125 |
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 35 | 31 | 34 | 33 | 133 |
After Action Report
In New Orleans, the Hornets edged the Jazz 133-125. The breakneck pace played right into Hornets' hands. Fresh off a statement win, the Hornets stayed locked in; the Jazz owned the glass, generating extra possessions.
What tipped it
- Hornets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Jazz · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Jazz · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Jazz · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.