Sun Dec 26, 2004 · 8:00 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
122
away
Chemistry
Elite
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
123
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 26 | 27 | 37 | 32 | 122 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 28 | 33 | 29 | 33 | 123 |
After Action Report
The Cavaliers snuck past the Hornets 123-122. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Cavaliers cashed in. Cavaliers' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; fresh off a statement win, the Hornets stayed locked in.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Hornets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Hornets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.