Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Wed Dec 22, 2004 · 8:30 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
99
away
Chemistry
Tense
Los Angeles LakersLakers
90
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 26 | 21 | 20 | 32 | 99 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 21 | 23 | 24 | 22 | 90 |
After Action Report
The Hornets fended off the Lakers 99-90. The Hornets won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. The Lakers came in with something to prove after a loss; Lakers' outside barrage was a constant threat. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.