Wed Feb 9, 2005 · 8:00 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
96
away
Chemistry
Steady
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
94
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 24 | 22 | 18 | 32 | 96 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 22 | 22 | 29 | 21 | 94 |
After Action Report
In Portland, the Hornets snuck past the Trail Blazers 96-94. The Trail Blazers couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Hornets. The Hornets carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one. The Hornets bench chemistry carried them. The Hornets rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- 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.