Tue Nov 9, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
122
away
Chemistry
Tense
New Orleans HornetsHornets
98
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 23 | 37 | 23 | 39 | 122 |
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 26 | 26 | 17 | 29 | 98 |
After Action Report
The Lakers demolished the Hornets 122-98. The breakneck pace played right into Lakers' hands. Second-chance points piled up for the Lakers; the Lakers pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Lakers rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift. It broke open after the break.
What tipped it
- Hornets · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.