Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 4
New Orleans HornetsHornets
119
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Los Angeles LakersLakers
95
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 40 | 27 | 26 | 26 | 119 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 14 | 25 | 31 | 25 | 95 |
After Action Report
The Hornets rolled past the Lakers 119-95. The Lakers had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Hornets' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; second-chance points piled up for the Hornets. The Hornets bench chemistry carried them. Tonight's Lakers utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Garbage time started early.
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 · 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.
- Hornets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.