Wed Apr 20, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
86
away
Chemistry
Tense
New Orleans HornetsHornets
109
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 22 | 19 | 24 | 21 | 86 |
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 32 | 34 | 22 | 21 | 109 |
After Action Report
The Hornets ran roughshod over the Clippers 109-86. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Hornets ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; the Clippers couldn't shake the cold spell. The Hornets locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Hornets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- 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.
- Clippers · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.