Sun Dec 26, 2004 · 8:00 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
110
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Hot
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
134
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 25 | 24 | 27 | 34 | 110 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 34 | 37 | 34 | 29 | 134 |
After Action Report
The Cavaliers buried the Hornets 134-110. The Hornets had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Cavaliers came in with something to prove after a loss; the Hornets carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one. The Cavaliers locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Cavaliers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Cavaliers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Hornets · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Hornets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.