Wed Dec 22, 2004 · 8:30 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
113
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
120
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 25 | 27 | 28 | 33 | 113 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 32 | 30 | 31 | 27 | 120 |
After Action Report
The Lakers edged the Hornets 120-113. The breakneck pace played right into Lakers' hands. The Lakers ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; Lakers' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Lakers locker room is humming, and it showed.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.