Sat Jan 29, 2005 · 8:30 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
122
away
Chemistry
Hot
San Antonio SpursSpurs
115
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 32 | 33 | 30 | 27 | 122 |
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 24 | 27 | 28 | 36 | 115 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Hornets fended off the Spurs 122-115. The breakneck pace played right into Hornets' hands. Second-chance points piled up for the Hornets; the Hornets carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one. The Hornets bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Spurs · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Hornets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Hornets · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Hornets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.