Sat Apr 16, 2005 · 7:30 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
103
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Chemistry
Tense
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
135
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Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 18 | 26 | 36 | 23 | 103 |
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 34 | 35 | 31 | 35 | 135 |
After Action Report
The Clippers blew the doors off the Hornets 135-103. Clippers controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Clippers owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Clippers' stars took over and bent the game to their will. The Clippers locker room is humming, and it showed. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Clippers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Clippers · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- Clippers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Clippers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.