Sat Feb 5, 2005 · 8:00 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
115
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Chemistry
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Utah JazzJazz
114
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 33 | 23 | 35 | 24 | 115 |
| Utah JazzJazz | 37 | 29 | 27 | 21 | 114 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Hornets snuck past the Jazz 115-114. The Jazz couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Hornets. Second-chance points piled up for the Hornets; the Hornets came in with something to prove after a loss. The Hornets bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Hornets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Jazz · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Jazz · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Jazz · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Hornets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Hornets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Hornets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.