Sat Apr 16, 2005 · 7:30 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
131
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
125
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 28 | 36 | 39 | 28 | 131 |
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 40 | 27 | 23 | 35 | 125 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Hornets knocked off the Clippers 131-125. The Clippers had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Fresh off a statement win, the Hornets stayed locked in; the Hornets pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Hornets bench chemistry carried them. Hornets' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Add it to the list of nights the favorite forgot to show up.
What tipped it
- Clippers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Clippers · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- Clippers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Hornets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Hornets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.