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Sat Apr 16, 2005 · 7:30 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
101
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Chemistry Steady
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
116
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Chemistry Tense

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
New Orleans HornetsHornets 31 29 25 16 101
Los Angeles ClippersClippers 43 24 22 27 116

After Action Report

The Clippers handled the Hornets 116-101. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Clippers cashed in. Second-chance points piled up for the Clippers; Clippers' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes.

What tipped it

  • Clippers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • Hornets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • Hornets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.