Wed Dec 22, 2004 · 8:30 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
92
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles LakersLakers
97
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Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 21 | 22 | 23 | 26 | 92 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 27 | 20 | 26 | 24 | 97 |
After Action Report
The Lakers squeaked past the Hornets 97-92. The Hornets couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Lakers. The Lakers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Lakers' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Lakers locker room is humming, and it showed. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.