Wed Dec 22, 2004 · 8:30 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
120
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
131
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 27 | 27 | 32 | 34 | 120 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 36 | 34 | 31 | 30 | 131 |
After Action Report
The Lakers took care of the Hornets 131-120. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Lakers cashed in. The Lakers owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Lakers' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Hornets · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Hornets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.