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Wed Apr 20, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
118
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Chemistry Hot
New Orleans HornetsHornets
111
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Chemistry Tense

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Los Angeles ClippersClippers 31 31 29 27 118
New Orleans HornetsHornets 26 28 29 28 111

After Action Report

In New Orleans, the Clippers outlasted the Hornets 118-111. Clippers controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Clippers' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Hornets came in with something to prove after a loss. The Clippers bench chemistry carried them.

What tipped it

  • Hornets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • Clippers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • Clippers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.