Sat Jan 22, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
105
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Chemistry
Tense
New Orleans HornetsHornets
114
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Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 24 | 26 | 20 | 35 | 105 |
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 20 | 33 | 26 | 35 | 114 |
After Action Report
The Hornets edged the Clippers 114-105. The breakneck pace played right into Hornets' hands. The Hornets owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Clippers carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one. The Hornets locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Hornets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Hornets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Hornets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Clippers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Clippers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.