Wed Dec 22, 2004 · 8:30 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
112
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
116
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 31 | 20 | 32 | 29 | 112 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 28 | 37 | 25 | 26 | 116 |
After Action Report
In Los Angeles, the Lakers survived the Hornets 116-112. The Lakers got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Lakers carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one. The Lakers locker room is humming, and it showed.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.