Wed Dec 22, 2004 · 8:30 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
96
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
98
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 27 | 23 | 22 | 24 | 96 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 28 | 25 | 21 | 24 | 98 |
After Action Report
The Lakers survived the Hornets 98-96. The Hornets couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Lakers. The Lakers owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Lakers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Hornets · Balanced Five A starting five that covers every position with even talent finds a synergy edge.
- Hornets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Hornets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.