Fri Dec 17, 2004 · 8:00 PM
San Antonio SpursSpurs
113
away
Chemistry
Hot
New Orleans HornetsHornets
117
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 25 | 30 | 30 | 28 | 113 |
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 25 | 27 | 31 | 34 | 117 |
After Action Report
In New Orleans, the Hornets snuck past the Spurs 117-113. The Hornets got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Hornets answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Hornets' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. Early returns: the Hornets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Hornets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Spurs · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Spurs · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.