Wed Dec 22, 2004 · 8:30 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
122
away
Chemistry
Tense
Los Angeles LakersLakers
118
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 33 | 38 | 23 | 28 | 122 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 38 | 24 | 30 | 26 | 118 |
After Action Report
In Los Angeles, the Hornets squeaked past the Lakers 122-118. Hornets torched the Lakers on the offensive end. The Hornets carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Hornets' old heads steadied the ship in the swings.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Hornets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.