Wed Dec 22, 2004 · 8:30 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
97
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
116
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 22 | 27 | 24 | 24 | 97 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 29 | 31 | 27 | 29 | 116 |
After Action Report
The Lakers downed the Hornets 116-97. The Hornets had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Lakers' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; the Lakers came in with something to prove after a loss. Lakers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Hornets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Hornets · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.