Sat Apr 16, 2005 · 7:30 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
104
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
118
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 22 | 20 | 36 | 26 | 104 |
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 33 | 31 | 24 | 30 | 118 |
After Action Report
In Los Angeles, the Clippers handled the Hornets 118-104. Clippers controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Clippers' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes; the Hornets owned the glass, generating extra possessions.
What tipped it
- Hornets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Hornets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Hornets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.