Fri Mar 25, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
99
away
Chemistry
Steady
New Orleans HornetsHornets
131
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 27 | 27 | 21 | 24 | 99 |
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 40 | 35 | 26 | 30 | 131 |
After Action Report
The Hornets ran roughshod over the Rockets 131-99. The breakneck pace played right into Hornets' hands. The Hornets carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Rockets' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim. The Hornets locker room is humming, and it showed. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Hornets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Hornets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Rockets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Rockets · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.