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