Mon Jan 3, 2005 · 8:00 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
109
away
Chemistry
Elite
Boston CelticsCeltics
125
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 38 | 20 | 32 | 19 | 109 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 29 | 39 | 28 | 29 | 125 |
After Action Report
The Celtics handled the Hornets 125-109. Celtics' scorers couldn't be contained. The Celtics answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Celtics' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. The Celtics locker room is humming, and it showed.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Hornets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.