Mon Jan 3, 2005 · 8:00 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
120
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
112
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 35 | 24 | 31 | 30 | 120 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 22 | 33 | 28 | 29 | 112 |
After Action Report
The Hornets outlasted the Celtics 120-112. The breakneck pace played right into Hornets' hands. Hornets' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; the Celtics came in with something to prove after a loss.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.