Wed Dec 22, 2004 · 8:30 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
96
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles LakersLakers
106
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 31 | 14 | 27 | 24 | 96 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 30 | 28 | 29 | 19 | 106 |
After Action Report
In Los Angeles, the Lakers handled the Hornets 106-96. The better team simply showed up tonight. Lakers' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Lakers carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one. The Lakers locker room is humming, and it showed.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- 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.
- Hornets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.