Tue Nov 9, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
121
away
Chemistry
Steady
New Orleans HornetsHornets
135
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 27 | 35 | 27 | 32 | 121 |
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 37 | 36 | 30 | 32 | 135 |
After Action Report
The Hornets pulled away from the Lakers 135-121. Hornets' offense had its way with the Lakers. The Hornets pushed the pace until the other side broke; Lakers' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. The Hornets rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.