Tue Nov 9, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
129
away
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New Orleans HornetsHornets
116
home
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 37 | 30 | 28 | 34 | 129 |
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 23 | 23 | 31 | 39 | 116 |
After Action Report
The Lakers pulled away from the Hornets 129-116. The Hornets had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Lakers owned the glass, generating extra possessions; you could feel the revenge motivation from the Lakers.
What tipped it
- Hornets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Hornets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.