Wed Dec 22, 2004 · 8:30 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
108
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
116
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 30 | 28 | 26 | 24 | 108 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 25 | 26 | 30 | 35 | 116 |
After Action Report
In Los Angeles, the Lakers fended off the Hornets 116-108. The better team simply showed up tonight. Lakers' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Lakers came in with something to prove after a loss.
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.