Wed Dec 22, 2004 · 8:30 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
122
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
119
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 35 | 26 | 26 | 35 | 122 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 28 | 34 | 25 | 32 | 119 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Hornets snuck past the Lakers 122-119. Hornets torched the Lakers on the offensive end. The Lakers owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Lakers carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.