Wed Dec 22, 2004 · 8:30 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
119
away
Chemistry
Tense
Los Angeles LakersLakers
110
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 35 | 27 | 23 | 34 | 119 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 33 | 26 | 22 | 29 | 110 |
After Action Report
The Hornets fended off the Lakers 119-110. The tempo dragged the Lakers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Hornets carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; Hornets' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Hornets bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Hornets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- 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.