Wed Dec 22, 2004 · 8:30 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
111
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Chemistry
Tense
Los Angeles LakersLakers
84
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Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 27 | 25 | 27 | 32 | 111 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 15 | 23 | 25 | 21 | 84 |
After Action Report
The Hornets demolished the Lakers 111-84. Hornets' offense had its way with the Lakers. Hornets' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Hornets answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. The Hornets bench chemistry carried them. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Hornets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Hornets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Hornets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.