Wed Apr 20, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
99
away
Chemistry
Tense
New Orleans HornetsHornets
120
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 18 | 30 | 28 | 23 | 99 |
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 27 | 35 | 26 | 32 | 120 |
After Action Report
In New Orleans, the Hornets rolled past the Clippers 120-99. The tempo dragged the Clippers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Hornets came in with something to prove after a loss; the Hornets pushed the pace until the other side broke. Hornets' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Hornets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Clippers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Clippers · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.