Sat Oct 16, 2004 · 7:30 PM
· Preseason
New Orleans HornetsHornets
125
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Chicago BullsBulls
132
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 33 | 27 | 36 | 29 | 125 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 31 | 26 | 30 | 45 | 132 |
After Action Report
In Chicago, the Bulls held off the Hornets 132-125. The breakneck pace played right into Bulls' hands. The Bulls owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Bulls pushed the pace until the other side broke. Bulls' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Bulls · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Hornets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.