Fri Mar 18, 2005 · 8:30 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
122
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Chicago BullsBulls
111
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 36 | 29 | 30 | 27 | 122 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 23 | 31 | 30 | 27 | 111 |
After Action Report
The Hornets handled the Bulls 122-111. The breakneck pace played right into Hornets' hands. Hornets' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; the Hornets carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one. The Hornets bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Hornets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Bulls · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Bulls · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Hornets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- 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.