Sun Nov 28, 2004 · 7:30 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
87
away
Chemistry
Cold
Los Angeles LakersLakers
128
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 27 | 16 | 19 | 25 | 87 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 35 | 36 | 32 | 25 | 128 |
After Action Report
The Lakers rolled past the Hornets 128-87. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Lakers cashed in. Lakers' defenders refused to give up clean looks; Hornets' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. The Lakers locker room is humming, and it showed. Tonight's Hornets utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.