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Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 3
Los Angeles LakersLakers
110
away
New Orleans HornetsHornets
101
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 28 | 29 | 22 | 31 | 110 |
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 27 | 31 | 24 | 19 | 101 |
After Action Report
In New Orleans, the Lakers edged the Hornets 110-101. The better team simply showed up tonight. The Lakers carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Lakers' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Lakers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- Hornets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Hornets · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- 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.