Wed Dec 22, 2004 · 8:30 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
116
away
Chemistry
Cold
Los Angeles LakersLakers
134
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 27 | 31 | 27 | 31 | 116 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 29 | 36 | 36 | 33 | 134 |
After Action Report
The Lakers downed the Hornets 134-116. Lakers' scorers couldn't be contained. The Lakers carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; the Lakers pushed the pace until the other side broke. 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 · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- 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.