Mon Jan 3, 2005 · 8:00 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
111
away
Chemistry
Tense
Boston CelticsCeltics
103
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 30 | 31 | 31 | 19 | 111 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 17 | 24 | 26 | 36 | 103 |
After Action Report
The Hornets edged the Celtics 111-103. The Hornets got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. You could feel the revenge motivation from the Hornets; the Celtics came in with something to prove after a loss. Hornets' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Hornets · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.