Fri Apr 1, 2005 · 8:30 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
116
away
Chemistry
Hot
Houston RocketsRockets
97
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 31 | 28 | 27 | 30 | 116 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 26 | 23 | 27 | 21 | 97 |
After Action Report
In Houston, the Hornets took care of the Rockets 116-97. Hornets torched the Rockets on the offensive end. The Hornets ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; Hornets' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Hornets bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Hornets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Hornets · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Hornets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.