Wed Dec 22, 2004 · 8:30 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
120
away
Chemistry
Tense
Los Angeles LakersLakers
111
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 29 | 35 | 26 | 30 | 120 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 31 | 28 | 24 | 28 | 111 |
After Action Report
The Hornets fended off the Lakers 120-111. Hornets controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Second-chance points piled up for the Hornets; Hornets' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. Early returns: the Hornets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Hornets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.