Lakers (
nathan) are the champions!
Wed Dec 22, 2004 · 8:30 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
107
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles LakersLakers
102
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 28 | 27 | 28 | 24 | 107 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 21 | 28 | 28 | 25 | 102 |
After Action Report
The Hornets squeaked past the Lakers 107-102. The Lakers had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Hornets carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; Hornets' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. Tonight's Lakers utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- 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.