Wed Feb 9, 2005 · 8:00 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
126
away
Chemistry
Hot
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
119
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 28 | 32 | 23 | 43 | 126 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 31 | 26 | 32 | 30 | 119 |
After Action Report
The Hornets edged the Trail Blazers 126-119. The breakneck pace played right into Hornets' hands. The Trail Blazers owned the glass, generating extra possessions. The Hornets bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Hornets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.