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Mon Feb 28, 2005 · 8:30 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
112
away
Chemistry Hot
Dallas MavericksMavs
100
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Chemistry Tense

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
New Orleans HornetsHornets 34 31 25 22 112
Dallas MavericksMavs 27 27 31 15 100

After Action Report

The Hornets handled the Mavericks 112-100. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Hornets carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Hornets' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Hornets bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Hornets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.

What tipped it

  • Mavericks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • Mavericks · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
  • 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.