Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 1
Los Angeles LakersLakers
122
away
New Orleans HornetsHornets
105
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 33 | 30 | 25 | 34 | 122 |
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 27 | 23 | 31 | 24 | 105 |
After Action Report
In New Orleans, the Lakers handled the Hornets 122-105. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Lakers cashed in. The Lakers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Lakers' outside barrage was a constant threat. 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 · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.