Wed Dec 22, 2004 · 8:30 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
108
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
107
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 23 | 25 | 30 | 30 | 108 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 24 | 28 | 26 | 29 | 107 |
After Action Report
The Hornets squeaked past the Lakers 108-107. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Hornets' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; the Lakers came in with something to prove after a loss.
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.
- Hornets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.