Wed Dec 22, 2004 · 8:30 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
98
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Los Angeles LakersLakers
113
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 29 | 22 | 27 | 20 | 98 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 29 | 29 | 28 | 27 | 113 |
After Action Report
The Lakers handled the Hornets 113-98. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Lakers carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Lakers' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Lakers locker room is humming, and it showed. The Lakers rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- 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 · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Hornets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Hornets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.