Mon Jan 3, 2005 · 8:00 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
122
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
126
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 31 | 27 | 32 | 32 | 122 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 30 | 39 | 27 | 30 | 126 |
After Action Report
In Boston, the Celtics squeaked past the Hornets 126-122. The breakneck pace played right into Celtics' hands. The Celtics came in with something to prove after a loss; fresh off a statement win, the Hornets stayed locked in.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Hornets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.