Wed Dec 22, 2004 · 8:30 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
99
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
107
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 31 | 22 | 25 | 21 | 99 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 28 | 26 | 23 | 30 | 107 |
After Action Report
The Lakers edged the Hornets 107-99. Lakers' offense had its way with the Hornets. Lakers' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; fresh off a statement win, the Lakers stayed locked in. The Lakers locker room is humming, and it showed. Tonight's Hornets utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Hornets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.