Sun Nov 28, 2004 · 7:30 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
105
away
Chemistry
Cold
Los Angeles LakersLakers
121
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 28 | 28 | 29 | 20 | 105 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 30 | 28 | 36 | 27 | 121 |
After Action Report
In Los Angeles, the Lakers downed the Hornets 121-105. Lakers controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Lakers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; the Hornets couldn't shake the cold spell. The Lakers locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Lakers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Hornets · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.