Sun Nov 28, 2004 · 7:30 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
118
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
109
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 38 | 28 | 28 | 24 | 118 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 29 | 31 | 21 | 28 | 109 |
After Action Report
The Hornets outlasted the Lakers 118-109. The Hornets got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Hornets carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Hornets' outside barrage was a constant threat. Hornets' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Hornets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.