Wed Dec 22, 2004 · 8:30 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
111
away
Chemistry
Elite
Los Angeles LakersLakers
103
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 29 | 28 | 29 | 25 | 111 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 28 | 19 | 31 | 25 | 103 |
After Action Report
The Hornets held off the Lakers 111-103. Hornets' offense had its way with the Lakers. The Hornets bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Hornets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- Hornets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.