Wed Dec 22, 2004 · 8:30 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
114
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
118
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 28 | 30 | 29 | 27 | 114 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 26 | 32 | 31 | 29 | 118 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Lakers snuck past the Hornets 118-114. The breakneck pace played right into Lakers' hands. The Lakers owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Lakers carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Hornets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.