Wed Jan 5, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
135
away
Chemistry
Steady
New Orleans HornetsHornets
132
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 33 | 31 | 27 | 31 | 13 | 135 |
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 21 | 39 | 34 | 28 | 10 | 132 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Bulls squeaked past the Hornets 135-132 in overtime. The tempo dragged the Hornets into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Hornets came in with something to prove after a loss; the Hornets pushed the pace until the other side broke. Early returns: the Bulls per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Hornets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.