Wed Jan 5, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
124
away
Chemistry
Hot
New Orleans HornetsHornets
115
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 19 | 26 | 34 | 31 | 14 | 124 |
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 29 | 20 | 30 | 31 | 5 | 115 |
After Action Report
In New Orleans, the Bulls edged the Hornets 124-115 in overtime. Bulls' offense had its way with the Hornets. Bulls' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Bulls answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. The Bulls bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Hornets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Bulls · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Bulls · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Bulls · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.