Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 5
Los Angeles LakersLakers
117
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New Orleans HornetsHornets
106
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 29 | 24 | 33 | 31 | 117 |
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 34 | 23 | 23 | 26 | 106 |
After Action Report
The Lakers handled the Hornets 117-106. Lakers torched the Hornets on the offensive end. The Lakers ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; the Lakers bent the defense out of shape from deep. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Hornets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Hornets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.