Sat Apr 16, 2005 · 7:30 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
107
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Chemistry
Tense
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
123
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Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 27 | 26 | 29 | 25 | 107 |
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 30 | 27 | 30 | 36 | 123 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Clippers outlasted the Hornets 123-107. The tempo dragged the Hornets into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Clippers' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Clippers owned the glass, generating extra possessions. The Clippers locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Clippers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Clippers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Clippers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Clippers · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- Clippers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Clippers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.