Mon Jan 3, 2005 · 8:00 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
125
away
Chemistry
Hot
Boston CelticsCeltics
131
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 29 | 32 | 33 | 31 | 125 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 30 | 29 | 37 | 35 | 131 |
After Action Report
In Boston, the Celtics fended off the Hornets 131-125. Celtics' offense had its way with the Hornets. Celtics' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; you could feel the revenge motivation from the Celtics.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Celtics · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Hornets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Hornets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.